Navigating a Career in Industrial Research & Development
Navigating a Career in Industrial Research & Development
- Event time: 9:30am until 10:30am
- Event date: 1st December 2025
- Speaker: Professor David Moore (School of Physics & Astronomy, University of Edinburgh)
- Location: CSEC Seminar Room (level 3, behind Magnet Cafe)
Event details
Prof. David Moore will be giving an R&D Career Masterclass aimed at students and post-docs considering a career in industrial science
David joined SoPA as Chair of Formulation Science in 2024 following a 30-year career in various research and development (R&D) and innovation roles in the specialty chemical, fast moving consumer goods (FMCG), over the counter (OTC) consumer healthcare, and pharmaceutical sectors. A native of Edinburgh, David completed his PhD in biophysical chemistry in the US after which he worked in the US and UK leading global R&D teams with laboratories in the US, UK, and China. These teams consisted of scientists with backgrounds in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Pharmacy, Medicine and Engineering.
Primarily geared at students, post-doctoral fellows and those considering industrial scientific careers, David’s presentation will share his career path and discuss his experiences in various industries and technical roles, as well as the challenges and opportunities working for large multinational companies and small privately held companies. The intention is to set the stage for questions and discussion with students and post-docs who are considering industrial R&D roles when they leave university.
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