Faircraft is a venture backed company developing a sustainable alternative to conventional leather.
Leveraging advanced cellular culture and material science techniques, we are putting ground breaking science at the service of fashion designers across the world through a material that is both highly sustainable and exciting to work with.
Faircraft is developing a sustainable alternative to leather based on cell culture.
Faircraft is seeking a Physical Chemistry Engineer to join its applied research team. You will contribute to the physico-chemical characterization of Faircraft’s materials and leathers. You will be responsible for executing material development tasks from design through to optimization for industrial production.
Main Tasks
Participate in the research of components and manufacturing methods for materials used in Faircraft leather production.
Fabrication, physico-chemical and mechanical characterization of materials used in the production of Faircraft leathers.
Structural characterization of materials and leathers produced by Faircraft.
Technology transfer, quality control of manufacturing and characterization methods of Faircraft materials and products to the industrialization teams.
Scientific and technological monitoring related to your projects, and presenting results within the research teams.
Profile
Education: Engineering degree or Master's in physical chemistry (Bac +5), macromolecular or polymer chemistry, materials chemistry, or a related field.
Strong knowledge of physical and chemical characterization techniques for materials and polymers.
Knowledge of microscopic characterization techniques (optical and scanning electron microscopy) for materials.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.
Curiosity, autonomy, and ability to adapt to a dynamic environment.
Optional: Experience working with materials intended for biology and/or cell culture is a plus.
Additional Information
Contract type: Permanent (CDI)
Location: Paris, 14th arrondissement
