Head of Carbon Materials R&D & AI Strategy

T 9n; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A cutting-edge climate tech company in the UK seeks a Chief Science Officer to lead its scientific initiatives in developing modular carbon-conversion systems. Responsibilities include setting scientific direction, overseeing R&D, and integrating AI into processes. Candidates must hold a PhD in a relevant field and possess experience in advanced materials development. This role offers competitive salary, equity from day one, and the chance to drive high-impact innovation in sustainable technology.

Benefits

Competitive salary tied to funding and revenue milestones

Equity from day one

Flexible working (full-time or part-time)

Qualifications

• Proven experience developing advanced materials or carbon-based systems.
• Ability to convert lab-scale research into manufacturable processes.
• Confidence in patent drafting, scientific writing and IP management.

Responsibilities

• Set the scientific and technical direction of our carbon-conversion process.
• Oversee MVP development, validation, performance testing and cost modelling.
• Integrate AI across process control, optimisation and predictive systems.
• Represent 9N in investor meetings and external technical discussions.

Skills

Advanced materials development

Carbon-based systems

Scientific writing

IP management

Real-time experimentation

Collaboration with research teams

Passion for climate innovation

Education

PhD in Materials Science, Nanotechnology, Graphene, Chemical Engineering

Job description

A cutting-edge climate tech company in the UK seeks a Chief Science Officer to lead its scientific initiatives in developing modular carbon-conversion systems. Responsibilities include setting scientific direction, overseeing R&D, and integrating AI into processes. Candidates must hold a PhD in a relevant field and possess experience in advanced materials development. This role offers competitive salary, equity from day one, and the chance to drive high-impact innovation in sustainable technology.