Hazardous Materials Scientist - Batteries and Explosives (Band 5/EO)

Your Role Will Involve

• Being a key member of the team on explosives testing projects – from small-scale hazard testing of explosives and energetic materials to larger scale classification and performance testing. Full training in explosives testing will be provided.
• Being a key member of the team on a number of battery safety projects, this will mean getting involved in the design and build of experimental facilities as well as undertaking a significant role in the testing programme. Full training in battery testing will be provided.
• Supporting the development of future research and testing work by engaging with existing and potential customers, contributing to the development of work proposals and presenting technical solutions to both technical and non-technical staff and customers.
• Supporting incident investigations as required, working with other agencies such as the police and attending the incident site if appropriate. There is potential for this type of work to lead to court appearances to present evidence.
• Undertaking data analysis and interpretation and writing clear, high quality, accurate reports.
• Occasional travel in the UK and overseas, including some overnight stays.
  
  

This is an experimental role that will include a significant amount of testing outdoors on our Buxton site throughout the whole year. Therefore, the successful candidate will be expected to work mainly from our Buxton site.

Part time working hours are available for this role. We can accept part time applicants who can commit to working a minimum of 4 days per week.