Intro to PACT
PACT is revolutionising materials with creativity and purpose. Their flagship innovation, Oval, is a sophisticated biobased material made from abundant collagen—the same protein behind beauty breakthroughs. Combining unmatched quality with eco-conscious design, Oval sets a new standard for high-performance and scalable bio-based materials.
Collaborating with the world’s leading luxury brands, PACT crafts beautiful products that align with their creativity, quality, and profitability needs. Powered by their patented technology, they’re transforming bio-based raw materials into a multi-billion-dollar opportunity, creating elegant circular materials with a fraction of the environmental impact.
About the role
As an Analyst at PACT, you will contribute to the development, characterisation, and scale-up of next-generation sustainable materials. You will provide analytical support and materials characterization using our in-house analytical facility. You will have on-the-job learning opportunities to develop expertise in different areas of biobased materials characterization using industry standard protocols. This is a great opportunity for a skilled early-career analyst with a passion for sustainability and material innovation.
Core Responsibilities
- Support R&D efforts in the development of new products by employing routine and complex analytical methods.
- Assist in the development and validation of new analytic methods that meet exacting industrial standards.
- Troubleshoot and optimise testing methods
- Collect, analyse and interpret analytical results and prepare technical reports and presentation.
- Operate and maintain analytical equipment, ensuring high data quality.
- Perform material testing and characterisation to evaluate product performance.
- Work collaboratively across R&D, product, and engineering teams to meet project goals.
- Adhere to lab safety and regulatory standards.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (2:1 or 1st Class degree) in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g., Chemistry, Textiles or Leather Science, Materials Science, Analytical Science)
- Familiarity with analytical methods for testing materials, particularly those that are biobased.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively across multi-disciplinary teams.
- Work independently to manage timelines and deliver results, while being an effective team contributor.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Aptitude with electronic word processing, spreadsheet and presentation systems, as well as comfort in using electronic systems and databases.
- Excellent organisation, data analysis, and communication skills.
- It is highly desirable if you have expertise in one or more of the following areas:
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- 2+ years of industry or research experience in analytical science or related field.
- Experience with analytical techniques used in the evaluation of textile and leather materials (e.g., Bally flex, backing adhesion, Martindale etc.).
- Experience with analytical techniques used in the evaluation of CASE (coatings, adhesives, sealants and elastomers) materials.
- Experience with polymer, biomaterial, or textile-related production.
- The successful candidate must, by the start of the employment, have permission to work in the UK. (PACT is a licensed sponsor for Skilled Worker Visa).
Salary
- £28-35K
Benefits
At PACT, they know that their people are at the heart of everything they do. That’s why they offer a compensation package that reflects your talent and expertise, with a range of benefits designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance, including:
- 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays (UK).
- Bupa medical and dental insurance for peace of mind.
- 4x salary life assurance to protect what matters most.
- £50 per month Juno allowance – use it on wellness, learning, or lifestyle.
- DASH Cycle to Work scheme for a greener commute.
- Salary Sacrifice Pension (6% employer and 2% employee minimum contribution).
- EMI Options