R&D Placement Student

Oxfordshire - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 9 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Purpose & Context:

The role forms part of the P2i R&D team and will provide technical support to R&D projects as required particularly around sample preparation processing operation and analysis of functional nano-coatings.

The successful candidate will be fully supported working alongside a team of Technicians and Scientists who conduct and perform scientific experiments and monitor record and report on their findings.

Main Responsibilities

The main aspects of the role include but are not limited to:
To assist with research and development projects as required.
To conduct scientific experiments and perform tests in the laboratory.
To monitor record and report work through lab notebooks on a continuous basis as well as via
written reports and verbal communication/ presentations.
To ensure work progresses according to plan and inform supervisor if problems arise.
To maintain a clean safe and efficient working environment in the laboratory.
To participate in team discussions.

Key Relationships and Interfaces

This role will interact with stakeholders at all levels including:
R&D team Engineering Global Product Integration Technical Sales Support Facilities and Supply Chain.

Skills Behaviours & Experience

Essential:
Currently undertaking a Physical Sciences/Material Science/Chemistry degree.

Other Requirements:
Knowledge of chemistry and/or physics and/or material science (physical sciences preferred).
Ability to work as part of project team & build relationships with colleagues.
Ability to work under pressure to achieve goals to agreed timing.
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (PowerPoint Excel and Word).
Motivated to deliver practical results & flexible to changing requirements.
Professional and positive outlook to all tasks and requests from line and project manager.
Good planning and organisation skills - ability to balance multiple tasks and prioritise critical
tasks.
Demonstrate a good eye for detail and use of initiative.
Have a good work ethic and contribute ideas to technical discussions and debates.

Desirable:
Practical lab experience.
Experience in writing technical reports.
Workshop experience.

P2i is a global leader in liquid repellent nanotechnology driving sustainable solutions and reducing e-waste located in the prestigious Milton Park: Science & Technology Park Abingdon Oxfordshire. We apply hydrophobic coatings to protect products from liquid exposure damage using advanced plasma deposition chambers.

At P2i we value and encourage passionate individuals to join us on our ongoing growth journey. We offer a
dynamic and inclusive working environment plus a range of benefits. Enquire now!

Required Experience:

Junior IC

Job Purpose & Context:The role forms part of the P2i R&D team and will provide technical support to R&D projects as required particularly around sample preparation processing operation and analysis of functional nano-coatings.The successful candidate will be fully supported working alongside a team ...