Chief Science Officer

2 weeks ago


Manchester, New Hampshire, United Kingdom 9N | Ai Optimised - Clean Tech Full time £80,000 - £120,000 per year

9N is pioneering a new class of modular carbon-conversion technology that transforms non-recyclable plastics and carbon-rich residues into high-value engineered carbon materials. Our mission is to build scalable systems that decarbonise industry, close material loops and power the next generation of clean, high-performance applications.

We are now hiring a
Chief Science Officer
to lead the scientific heart of 9N and shape the entire technical journey from concept to commercial reality.

What You Will Lead


• Guide the full scientific and technical direction of our carbon-conversion process


• Oversee MVP development, validation, performance testing and cost modelling


• Drive the integration of AI into our process control, optimisation and predictive systems


• Coordinate and manage work with external labs, universities and scientific partners


• Build and maintain the company's technical documentation, white papers and patent strategy


• Translate complex data into clear, credible scientific narratives for investors


• Represent 9N's technology in investor calls and external meetings


• Be a hands-on problem solver who enjoys experimentation, iteration and innovation

What You Bring


• PhD in Materials Science, Nanotechnology, Graphene, Chemical Engineering, Advanced Materials or similar


• Proven experience developing advanced materials or carbon-based systems


• Strong ability to turn lab-scale research into manufacturable processes


• Comfortable with patent drafting, scientific writing and IP strategy


• Experience collaborating with external research groups or scientific institutions


• Someone who enjoys building, testing, and pushing the boundary of new materials in real time


• Excitement for deeptech, climate tech and building the future rather than observing it

Why Join 9N


• You will be the scientific engine behind a technology with real global impact


• Work alongside a sharp, fast, founder-led team in a company built for scale


• Full ownership across scientific direction and R&D strategy


• A role for someone who wants to build, not just advise


• Competitive salary upon funding and revenue milestones


• Substantial equity from day one


• Full time or part time


• Preferably based in Manchester

Must be eligible to work in the UK

If you want to lead breakthrough material innovation and help build one of the most exciting climate tech ventures in the UK, we want to speak with you.



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