Materials Scientist

Location: Nottingham, UK

Remuneration: Competitive salary

Start Date: Immediate

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time

About Us

Concrete4Change (C4C) is a pioneering company developing breakthrough technology to capture and permanently mineralise CO₂ in concrete. Our patented additive reduces emissions while improving strength and durability, offering a scalable solution for one of the world’s most polluting industries. Having recently scaled up our production process 100×, we’re constructing a pilot plant in Nottingham that will run on real flue gas. Data from this system will directly inform the design of a commercial demonstrator 100× larger. C4C is backed by major industrial players (SCG, Goldbeck), partners with leading universities, and works with top European concrete manufacturers. This is a pivotal moment to join C4C as we scale from lab to industry.

Job description:

In this position, you are a self-starter who can develop new technology areas that leverage existing capabilities and expertise, including CO2 adsorption. You will plan, procure and manage the construction laboratory in line with regulations. You will be responsible for leading a team of civil engineers to utilise the cement and concrete chemistry knowledge for carbon capture and utilisation in concrete and evaluation of CCU techniques on the properties and long-term performance of cement-based materials

Please see the person\’s specifications and roles & responsibilities below:

Essential:

• Experience in independent research, ability to design and conduct research addressing fundamental scientific questions
• Experience in laboratory setup, HSE requirements, experience in equipment specification development and procurement
• PhD in civil engineering or construction field
• Understanding concrete mix design, characterisation of concrete and associated standards
• Experienced in carbon capture utilisation and storage

Benefits:

C4C is seeking people who want to do applied science, with an entrepreneurial spirit and use their skills to build a sustainable world. We offer typical employee benefits plus a share of what we will build together.

• Private health insurance – Health care cash plan – support with Dental, Optical, Prescription costs
• Government backed pension scheme
• A competitive bonus upon achieving milestones
• Regular team meals and social events