Job Description

About The Role

Are you a science graduate with a passion for solving complex problems and applying analytical thinking to real-world challenges? CDP is looking for a bright and curious individual to join our Insight & Strategy team, where you'll help shape innovation strategies across both healthcare and consumer sectors.



Our team brings together scientific understanding and strategic thinking to uncover unmet needs, explore market opportunities, and define programmes that deliver lasting impact. Based in our Cambridge office that houses our purpose-built user research facility, you'll contribute to generating the evidence-based insights that inform strategic decisions for our global clients.



Initially you will use your technical knowledge and research skills to support the senior strategy team, however, as you progress, you will have the opportunity to learn key competencies within innovation Insight & Strategy; such as stakeholder and market research, use of strategy tools, commercial analysis, business case development, supporting client workshops, and IP and technology landscaping.



You'll work closely with technical experts and consultants on multidisciplinary projects spanning a wide range of sectors. Please note: this is a non-laboratory role, ideal for those who want to apply their scientific training in a more commercial and strategic context.



This is a real opportunity to join an exciting and growing area of CDP, to help unlock and deliver new breakthrough innovation opportunities, and to start your career within Insight & Strategy.

About You

A degree, Master's degree or PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, Engineering or a related discipline Be able to demonstrate an entrepreneurial attitude or commercial awareness. This can be through a university project or other extracurricular interest Have a strong foundation in science with a naturally enquiring mind, and demonstrate the ability to apply that knowledge to explore broader opportunities in technology, markets, and user needs Be able to rapidly distil complex information from multiple sources Have the confidence and ability to present your findings in a succinct and compelling way to senior stakeholders within CDP and client organisations Have exceptional organisational, time management and IT skills

Closing date for applications is Friday 11 July 2025. Please provide a CV and covering letter to support your application.

About Us

Cambridge Design Partnership (CDP) is an end-to-end innovation partner, propelling global brands and ambitious start-ups to success. We build breakthrough products and services - from insight to ideas, prototypes to production - bringing innovation to life. Our teams are multi-disciplinary, uniting scientific rigor, design ingenuity, and engineering excellence for consumer and healthcare clients. People-centred, deeply collaborative, and - above all - expert, we're uniquely positioned to shape the future for consumers, patients, and industry. Even our ownership model is innovative: We're 100% owned by our employees, ensuring an open culture and a total commitment to our projects' success. As part of our benefits package we offer:


flexible working a discretionary bonus excellent learning and development opportunities a 12% non-contributory pension private healthcare electric vehicle lease salary sacrifice scheme share incentive plan * 25 days holiday plus bank holidays