
Matnex provides an AI-driven platform to speed up the discovery and optimization of sustainable materials. It combines machine learning with physics- and quantum-based simulations, hosted in a high-performance computing environment, and uses a proprietary materials database with multi-objective optimization. The workflow supports high-throughput virtual screening and partners for collaborative R&D to meet cost, performance, and carbon targets. Core technologies include AI, HPC, computational chemistry, active learning, quantum chemistry, DFT, and neural networks. The market focuses on energy, electronics, transport, and manufacturing sectors seeking net-zero transition materials.

Matnex provides an AI-driven platform to speed up the discovery and optimization of sustainable materials. It combines machine learning with physics- and quantum-based simulations, hosted in a high-performance computing environment, and uses a proprietary materials database with multi-objective optimization. The workflow supports high-throughput virtual screening and partners for collaborative R&D to meet cost, performance, and carbon targets. Core technologies include AI, HPC, computational chemistry, active learning, quantum chemistry, DFT, and neural networks. The market focuses on energy, electronics, transport, and manufacturing sectors seeking net-zero transition materials.
What they do: AI + HPC platform for accelerated materials discovery and optimization
Founded: 2020
HQ: Cambridge, United Kingdom
Technical focus: Physics- and quantum-based simulations, proprietary materials DB, property prediction
Sectors targeted: Energy, electronics, transport, manufacturing (net-zero / carbon reduction)
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Materials discovery and development for sustainable, high-performance industrial applications
2020
DeepTech
Press release announced additional investment from US and European venture capital funds and a partnership with Viridien to scale computational capacity.
βSamos Investments; Ada Ventures; MDOne; Genuine Capital; Cartography Capital; Conviction; Found Capitalβ
Company Description
At MatNex, we are pushing the boundaries of possibility in science and technology, starting with the materials that make them. We are a diverse team united by ambition, curiosity, and a shared mission to build a new world from the atom up.
Job Description
We are looking for in-house Legal Counsel to join our growing team and build the legal function that will support our next stage of growth. Though you will take ownership of all legal matters across the company, the main focus of this role will be commercial and IP law; you will work closely with our external counsel on other matters.
You will work closely with our commercial, science and fundraising teams to ensure we operate with clarity, confidence, and compliance across multiple jurisdictions. You will also play a key role in empowering our teams to navigate and negotiate legal matters independently as we scale globally.
We are growing rapidly, this is an exciting opportunity to join us on our journey, working across a number of cutting-edge industries and to grow with the company as we scale.
Qualifications
You will likely have:
Additional Information
Benefits of working for us:
π Stock Options: We value our employees and you to share in the success of the company. You will be a vested partner in our future achievements.
π Shape the company's future: Joining us at this early-stage presents a unique opportunity to shape the direction of the company and have a meaningful impact as we continue to grow.
π¦ Future security: We are VC backed, this stability provides you with confidence and assurance in your contribution to the business.
π΄ Flexible holidays: 33 days holiday/year which can be used on UK public holidays or one more convenient days for you.
π Your birthday day off: Enjoy a well-deserved day off to celebrate and recharge.
π» Flexible work arrangements: The team work face to face on an average 3 days per week in our London office. Flexible working times can also be arranged.
π Continuous learning and growth: Weβre pioneers in our field, so you'll be encouraged to expand your knowledge and skills in new areas too.
Materials Nexus actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. Research suggests women only apply when they meet 100% of the criteria. Our hiring data shows female applicants were 3 times more likely to proceed to first round interviews than male applicants. We encourage you to apply even if you do not feel you are an exact fit to the spec as we are excited by diversity of experience and above all passion to make a difference.