Applications Manager – Graphene & 2D Materials

International Markets; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading materials company in Manchester is seeking an experienced Applications Manager to develop partnerships and commercialize innovations in Graphene and 2D Materials. The ideal candidate has a degree in Engineering and a proven track record in product development and management, alongside strong teamwork and communication skills. This role offers a salary of up to £60K plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience working within industry.
• Understanding of supply chain.
• Ability to work across all levels of SME organizations.

Responsibilities

• Develop effective commercial partnerships with key partners.
• Manage the commercialization of new materials.
• Establish application expertise in graphite and 2D materials.

Skills

Commercially strong

Successful product development

Project management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Engineering or Technically-based discipline

Job description

Applications Manager – Graphene & 2D Materials

(Coatings, Inks, Membranes, Complex electronics, Sensors and Wearables)

Bridging the Gap – An ERDF Funded Project

up to £60K plus benefits

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially strong, industry experienced, pragmatic individual to join the team of Application Managers working on creating partnerships to exploit the exciting opportunities offered by Graphene and 2D Materials being developed at the University of Manchester.

Working as part of the project team, the appointee will be responsible for the development of effective commercial partnerships with key partners, proving new and novel materials in novel opportunities, and establishing a growing body of application expertise, solutions, and commercially-viable materials.

The ideal candidate will have experience working within Industry, experience and demonstrable understanding of successful product development, and be able to work comfortably and effectively across all levels of SME organisations. A clear understanding of the supply chain is also required.

Responsibilities and requirements include:

• Degree level or equivalent in an Engineering or Technically-based discipline
• Demonstrable and successful track record in the development and management of a commercial business
• Strategic ability, strong teamwork, and a high level of integrity
• Drive, tenacity, maturity, and confidence, with exemplary project management, communication, and presentation skills

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We are committed to equality and diversity in the workplace.