Senior Research Cement Scientist for Coleraine, Norther Ireland, UK

Banah UK Ltd - Coleraine, £30,000 - £33,000 a year. Full time position. Excellent job opportunity for a committed Materials Science Scientist / Chemist / Chemical Engineer to work at the cutting edge of sustainable product development for the Cement Industry.

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Banah UK Ltd is a globally recognised company working in the development of GeoPolymer Cements & Binders with a production facility on the North Coast of Northern Ireland.

To build upon our position as one of the emerging global leaders in the development and advancement of revolutionary and new solutions for the construction industry, Banah UK Ltd requires a Senior Research Scientist.

Taking responsibility for and leading assigned research projects, the successful candidate will have an innovative approach, making a significant scientific contribution to the development of novel cements and binders for industry.

Working as part of the research team the Senior Research Scientist will contribute significant scientific knowledge leading to the development of new products, enhancement to existing products and contribute to the maintenance of collaborative partnerships that will assist the company to grow in a profitable manner.

The successful candidate will be required to have the following profile specifications:

• Degree in science, chemistry or materials engineering. Desirable to a PhD in a relevant scientific discipline, whith Post-doctoral work experience in a materials sciences laboratory. Strong scientific approach, results focused with the ability to work on own initiative.

• Strong background in inorganic materials chemistry, characterization techniques, and Knowledge of silicate chemistry

• Previous experience within a research laboratory environment including interpretation of results and maintenance of records.

• Ability to conduct large-scale concrete trials. Understanding of construction materials testing.

• Project management experience, and Knowledge of regulations impacting on scientific research Health and Safety in a laboratory.

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, including highly developed presentation and influencing skills. Experience in forming and maintaining productive relationships with universities and regulatory bodies.

• Proven excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills, and ability to utilize innovative and creative thinking.

• Evidence of the ability to work productively as a member of a small team, and ability to adapt positively to changing circumstances and environments. Proven strong organisational, planning and time management abilities.

• Proficient in the use of IT for the purposes of data analysis and reporting.

The candidate must display a strong work ethic and have the drive and enthusiasm to undertake further training as required. As part of the banah team, the candidate must be willing to operate within the context of the company core values.

Our Stunning North Coast

With a population just over 140,000, a geographical area of some 2,000 km2 and a unique location with a coastline which stretches over 140km along the Atlantic Coast, the Causeway Coast & Glens area provides a superior quality of living and a highly attractive tourism offer. The area offers 31 historic parks and gardens, 15 national nature reserves and 4 areas of outstanding natural beauty. We are famous for our landmarks including the Giant’s Causeway world heritage site and the Carrick-a-Rede rope-bridge, as well as the Old Bushmills Distillery which produces some of Ireland’s Finest Whiskeys.

Our area attracts thousands of tourists every year to its arts and cultural events including the Danny Boy Festival, the Auld Lammas Fair, the world-renowned North West 200 Motorbike Championship Races, the Northern Ireland International Airshow and the Super Cup NI. The Borough is famous for golf on the world stage with 12 golf courses – the Royal Portrush Golf Course having hosted the 2012 Irish Open and was also recently selected to host the Open Championship in 2019.

Rich in agriculture with over 1,800 farms, the Causeway is noted for its superior quality produce and well-renowned restaurants as well as the range of top-class education facilities – there are two further and higher education colleges and the Ulster University in Coleraine, which sites the Ulster University Cloud Computing Centre of Excellence.

We are an optimal communications hub with a major fibre-optic digital cable PoP that directly connects NI to North America and Europe through a landing station on the North Coast at Coleraine. We have the fastest connection to America and Europe with the lowest round-trip latency timings.

The borough aspires to be a strong and fulfilling employment hub attracting creative and dynamic people and businesses within a low-carbon economy.