Placement Student - Colloid Science

In this role, you will be assisting the Colloid Science team with:

• The technical delivery of projects


• Managing your own work plan to execute experimental work, including relevant measurement and analysis techniques to characterise properties relevant to formulation performance.


• Interpreting and reporting experimental results for internal peer review.


• Consistently delivering high-quality work, including during the operation of lab equipment, recording of data, documentation of decisions and reporting of results.


• Maintaining safe working practices.


Some exciting projects the team have recently worked on are:

Biodegradable plastics inspired by nature, for nature

https:// www .uk -cpi .com/ c a s e - s t u d i e s / c h e s t n u t-bio

Edible ink formulation to enable personalised confectionary

https:// www .uk -cpi .com/ c a s e - s t u d i e s / c h oc-ly

Optimising formulations for 3D printed solid-state batteries

https:// www .uk -cpi .com/ c a s e - s t u d i e s / p h o t o c e ntric

You will be studying towards (or have recently completed) a Degree in Physical Chemistry or a related field.

Applicants should be enthusiastic, have effective interpersonal skills and be willing to learn to gain hands on/ practical experience. The ideal candidate will be committed to, and actively seek opportunities to develop themselves within this new and exciting role.

This position would suit students whose course includes a sandwich year in industry, or those able to take a placement opportunity in industry between academic years.

CPI helps make great ideas and inventions a reality. We're a team of intelligent people using advances in science and technology to solve the biggest global challenges in healthcare and sustainability.

Through our incredible people and innovation infrastructure, we collaborate with our partners in industry, academia, government, and the investment community to accelerate the development and commercialisation of innovative products.

From health technologies and pharmaceuticals to sustainable food and materials innovations, we turn the entrepreneurial spirit and radical thinking of our people and partners into incredible impact that makes our world a better place., CPI is delighted to be recruiting for a placement opportunity who will join the established and growing Colloid Science team within the National Formulation Centre based at NETPark in Sedgefield.

The Colloid Science team is a group with experience and knowledge from many industry sectors such as pharmaceuticals, home and personal care, agritech, food, feed & nutraceuticals, paints, coatings and inks, and lubricants. The team is made up of biochemists, chemists, physicists, and material scientists. Colloidal systems take various forms, such as sols, gels, emulsions, and aerosols. Key to a colloid science role is characterising key properties of these materials and understanding how these influence properties such as stability and rheology of formulations. This role is suitable for applicants with a broad range of backgrounds as colloids are an essential part of many formulations across various sectors/ industries, from food science to battery materials.

Future food systems and agritech are key strategic markets for CPI going forward. As the global population continues to grow, the demand for sustainable, nutritious, and accessible food is on the rise. Innovation in future food systems and agritech play a pivotal role in addressing this challenge, by revolutionizing the way we produce, distribute, and consume food., At CPI we work with our partners to translate inventions into products and processes that enhance health and well-being, protect, and improve our environment and increase productivity across industries.

With a deep understanding of innovation processes and funding, outstanding technical expertise, and industry relevant assets, we enable products and processes to be quickly and cost-effectively brought to market. This supports the development of next-generation manufacturing, highly skilled jobs, and economic growth for the UK.

Our partners operate across many diverse markets including pharmaceuticals, speciality chemicals, food and drink, electronics, and transportation., CPI is an organisation based in the UK. Commencement of employment is conditional to demonstrating right to work in the UK, sponsorship may be available.

At CPI, we offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, this includes:

• Up to 36 days holiday, including bank holidays - Plus a holiday purchasing scheme


• Generous pension scheme


• Life assurance and accident insurance schemes


• Flexible working


• Learning and Development Opportunities


• Free parking


Find out more about our culture and benefits., At CPI, we offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, including family friendly policies, flexible holidays and holiday purchasing schemes, opportunities for learning and development, generous pension plan, life assurance and accident insurance schemes.