166 Scientific Development jobs in the United Kingdom

We are working in partnership with an award winning and highly specialised expert in their field, who provide products, services and consultancy to clients in the medical, pharmaceutical, clinical, scientific sectors and more. Established in 1997, they are globally recognised for their unique subject matter expertise and are currently expanding. They are seeking a sharp, articulate and science-savvy Business Development Executive to join our high-performing sales team.

The role is predominantly outbound sales, targeting high-tech and pharmaceutical clients ranging from Formula 1 teams to the European Space Agency. You’ll be selling precision packaging solutions that ensure the stability and accuracy of pharmaceutical and diagnostic products. This is a niche role in a niche industry — a perfect fit for someone who thrives on intellectual challenge and can confidently engage with PhDs and engineers alike. In this exciting role, you will work alongside 5 other salespeople, reporting to the Commercial Director, in an intelligent and supportive environment, where staff retention is a priority. The role is office based to enable adequate training and development.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead outbound sales efforts (approx. 95%) to prospect, qualify, and close opportunities across the pharma, aerospace, and polymer sectors.
li>Engage confidently and knowledgeably with scientific and technical stakeholders (many PhD-level clients).
• Create and deliver persuasive sales presentations and copy — both written and spoken.
< i>Source leads using AI tools, industry databases, and associations.
• Handle sales conversations adeptly, especially the critical first 20–30 seconds on a cold call.
< i>Undertake continuous professional development including NLP, sales grammar, and technical product training.

The successful candidate will hold a 2:1 or First-class degree in a science-related discipline (e.g. Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Marine Biology, etc.), as well as 2–5 years’ experience in a commercial role (B2B sales, preferably technical/scientific). They will hold the ability to confidently and clearly communicate technical concepts, therefore, excellent written English with the capability to write compelling, accurate copy is a must. High intellectual agility is needed, and they must be able to handle challenging conversations with scientists and engineers as well as high energy, competitive, and results-driven mindset – a “hunter” rather than a “farmer”.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an articulate, driven sales professional with a scientific background and a passion to use their subject matter expertise in a commercial capacity. They offer high rewards for success and an excellent benefits package which includes a pension, a generous holiday allowance and excellent sales training and mentoring, all set within a scenic and pleasant office location.

Please note: Due to the office location, a driving license and car is essential as it is not accessible via public transport. The company will consider relocators with a genuine interest in the business and commitment to move closer to the office.

Role: Product Development Assistant

Location: Sandy

Hours: Part time 3 days per week 9am - 5pm

Salary: £25,500

Do you have a passion for health, nutrition, and product innovation? We're looking for a Product Development Assistant to support the creation and launch of market-leading protein powders and nutritional supplements. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-growing food brand and help bring high-quality, great-tasting products to life.

What’s in it for you?

Opportunity to develop into full time role.

Quick start available!

What will you be doing in the product development assistant role?

• Coordinating samples, raw material sourcing, and lab testing with suppliers and manufacturers.
• Assisting with nutritional data, ingredient declarations, and compliance with food labelling regulations.
• Maintaining detailed product specifications and technical documentation.
• Tracking project timelines and helping ensure key milestones are hit.
• Collaborating with marketing, design, and supply chain teams to support go-to-market plans.

What we would like from you:

• Experience in a product support, technical, or NPD admin role
• An interest in the health & wellness industry – especially sports nutrition or supplements.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and confident using Excel.
• A good understanding of ingredients, labelling, and food safety is a bonus.
• ABLE TO INTERVIEW AND START QUICKLY!

Apply now if interested as quick start is available!

If you are interested in this role, please apply below with your most recent CV.

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This is a vital support position within my clients growing Product Development team. Reporting to the Senior Product Development Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring projects run smoothly by managing administrative tasks, liaising with overseas mills, and keeping the development process on track. This role offers an excellent opportunity to grow in a creative, product-focused environment.

Client Details

A great opportunity for a Product Development Coordinator - Home Textiles to join a market leading textile business in the Cheshire area. They design and produce textiles for the bedroom, living room and outdoor textiles. They have a great reputation in the industry with a number of long service employees.

Description

Provide daily administrative support to the Product Development team.

Coordinate the full sample process: request, delivery tracking, photographing, assign PD codes, label and dispatch to customers for approval to ensure timelines are met.

Liaise with overseas mills to obtain costs, packaging specifications, documentation, and technical details, while evaluating product costings and performing cross-cost analyses.

Ensure all product documentation and specifications are complete, well-organised, and up to date.

Maintain and prepare the showroom for customer meetings.

Support the team during customer visits and product meetings.

Maintain and organise the product sample library, ensuring samples are properly stored, labelled, and filed for easy access and reference.

Assist in creating PowerPoint presentations for customer product selections and preparing supporting content for client communication.

Collaborate cross-functionally with the Design and the Product team to maintain workflow efficiency.

Conduct market and competitor research to help inform product development.

Profile

A successful Product Development Coordinator should have:

• Previous experience in product development or a related role within the retail industry.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of product life cycle management and market analysis.
• Ability to work collaboratively with suppliers and internal teams.
• Proficiency in using relevant software and tools for documentation and tracking.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Job Offer

• 25 days of holiday plus 8 bank holidays.
• Early finish on Fridays at 1:30 PM.
• Free parking and close proximity to transport links.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to contribute to an innovative retail organisation in Warrington area.

Apply now to become part of a supportive and forward-thinking team.

Product Development Coordinator - Home Textiles

Product Development Coordinator - Home Textiles

Product Development Coordinator - Home Textiles

COMPANY DESCRIPTION, PROFILE AND SCOPE OF ROLE

Our client is a world class, global, award winning, established and growing manufacturing business, with strong and sustained investment in people, capital and plant.

Working onsite, and with experience gained in a similar role, the successful candidate will be creative, motivated and dynamic. Working as part of an established and highly professional team within a fast-paced environment, you will be responsible for developing suitable technical solutions from initial brief, through product design specification, design and development, test and validation with the focus on suitable and sustainable manufacturing.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Producing new and creative product/material/application ideas, approaches, insights, and designs, which profitable, innovative, and anticipate customer needs
• Preparing and reviewing FMEA and PPAP plans to ensure the Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP2) requirements are met and timelines are achieved
• Conducting feasibility studies with appropriate tools e.g. FEA and recommending design or material improvements
• Selecting appropriate manufacturing methods for new products/materials to ensure the start of series production (SOP) meeting both customer and company objectives; provides in-life technical support and management of any product reliability and quality queries.
• Using analysis to identify and implement engineering methodologies that meet design intent and product performance expectations
• Inputting and analysing numerical data. identifying patterns and relationships to identify and implement engineering methodologies that meet design intent and product performance expectations
• Due to the nature of the business and here will be a need to travel overseas on occasion as per the needs of the business.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

• Preferably BEng qualified within mechanical engineering, OR Industrial design / Materials Science (with hands on product development / design experience.
• Product design experience (Product design involving plastic/rubber/composites and compression, injection or injection transfer moulding experience would be advantageous)
• Experience of working in cross-discipline teams
• Experience of working within a high-volume manufacturing environment, ideally automotive
• Advantageous to be experienced in prototype/product testing and benchmarking, project and budgetary management, IP, contract review, product liability/warranty processes, and VA/VE, Lean, and Kaizen tools.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to persuade, influence and, when appropriate, challenge with tact and diplomacy

Details of Package:

Salary 44,000 to 49,000PA + Competitive Benefits inc. Generous paid holidays, and Flexible working. Dayshift / Site Based with some flexible working around daily core hours.

Are you a passionate Product Developer with a background in the food manufacturing industry?

Are you keen to learn and develop great tasting products?

If you answered yes to both of those questions. What are you waiting for! Apply for this role.

Essential Duties:

• Running product factory trials
• Supporting development chefs
• Presenting recipe samples to Commercial and Marketing teams
• Bringing creativity and ideas to development sessions

The Business:

• Champions for natural food on a mission to revolutionise the way people eat.
• Forward thinking advocates for sustainability
• "on the pulse" attitude to food innovation

Required qualifications and expereience:

• Full valid UK driving licence
• A fantastic attitude to learning and development

Want to know more? Apply now!

For an informal chat about the role in more detail give me a call on (phone number removed) or email me - (url removed)

Product Development Engineer
40,000 - 50,000 + Profit Share + One day WFH + 25 Days Holiday + Support with Training and Development.
Luton (Commutable from: Milton Keynes, Hemel Hempstead, Stevenage, St Albans, Watford)

Are you a Product Engineer with an electrical or electronics background looking to take ownership of development projects and grow into a senior role?

This is a great opportunity to join a long-established business offering varied technical work, exposure to overseas manufacturing, and potential long-term progression.

The company is a well-respected name in its field with decades of experience designing and supplying specialist electrical products. With a UK team and global partners, they're growing steadily and offer strong job security, autonomy, and support for development.

You'll lead projects from concept through to compliance and delivery, working closely with international partners and internal teams. There's flexibility for training, external qualifications, and an emphasis on promoting from within.

This role would suit a hands-on engineer with experience in product development and a good understanding of electrical/electronic products, looking for career growth in a stable and supportive environment.

The Role:

• End-to-End Product Development.
• Global Collaboration - liaise with international manufacturing partners.
• Progression & Training

The candidate:

• Engineering Background - Degree or equivalent in engineering with an electrical or electronics focus.
• Knowledge of electrical products and manufacturing processes.
• Problem Solver & Collaborator - Able to work independently, communicate with overseas teams, and translate ideas into practical product solutions.

Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)
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Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

• Lead design, development, and improvement of high-performance mechanical products
• Manage projects from concept to production, including CAD, BOMs, testing, and supplier collaboration
• Optimise cost, quality, and functionality through redesign, analysis, and root cause problem-solving
• Provide engineering support for custom designs, production, and technical sales

• 3D CAD proficiency (PTC Creo ideal)
• Strong knowledge of DFM, FMEA, and root cause analysis
• Hands-on mechanical design, assembly, or machining experience
• HNC/D or degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)

• Key role with real product ownership
• Work across design, engineering, and quality functions
• Supportive team, flexible work approach, and industry-leading projects