Research Materials Scientist

Wellington - Research Materials Scientist

Research Materials Scientist, Cental Laboratories, Lower Hutt
Close Date: 28 October 2008
An exciting opportunity exists for a motivated materials scientist with a focus on concrete and large structures, with several years relevant experience to join our Asset Performance and Management team.
This position offers excellent opportunities to:
Engage in client-focused investigations and research related to the performance of concrete materials and the development and management of civil infrastructure assets
Work in our specialised laboratory facilities and on site on a wide variety of structures throughout New Zealand
Be part of a friendly, supportive and highly-regarded team of specialists who value top quality people
Be part of an international multi-discipline consultancy with opportunities to exchange ideas with professionals throughout New Zealand and around the world
Access a large and unique technical knowledge base
Develop specialist technical skills
Develop relationships with a wide range of clients and industry experts.
The successful candidate will have a good Honours degree in physical sciences or in civil, structural or materials engineering, with a demonstrated interest in materials performance and evaluation and good practical skills. They will also have good written and verbal communication skills, and like interacting with a wide range of people.
If you have the attributes we're looking for and enjoy going the extra mile to develop practical solutions to technical problems in a commercial environment then you should apply for this position.
If you have any queries regarding this position, please feel free to contact Gloria Braniff, Executive Officer, on Ph (04)587 0641