Senior Scientist

RGBSI; Roma; In loco; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading technology firm in Lazio, Roma is seeking an experienced R&D leader with a strong background in polymeric materials. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of product development experience and a PhD in chemistry or material science. Responsibilities include leading projects, mentoring staff, and ensuring safety practices in the lab. This role offers a unique opportunity to drive innovation in a collaborative environment.

Competenze

• 10+ years of product development experience or equivalent education.
• At least 5 years of experience leading R&D personnel.
• Competence in safety requirements in lab environments.

Mansioni

• Identify and create new technologies in sealing materials.
• Lead R&D projects independently.
• Provide mentorship to less-experienced associates.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Mentoring

Technical Knowledge

Research Development

Safety Practice Competence

Formazione

PhD in Chemistry or Material Science

BS with 10+ years product development experience

MS with 5+ years product development experience

Descrizione del lavoro

Duties / Responsibilities of this position:

• Identify and create new technologies in structural and/or environmental sealing polymeric materials and processes through a technically fundamental approach.
• Develop fundamental knowledge on the relationship of materials, processes, structures, and properties.
• Lead a set of R&D personnel to independently plan and execute research and development projects to explore new technologies, products, or modes of problem solution.
• Provide mentorship to less‑experienced associates.
• Generate and interpret data in context of problem resolution and effectively communicate findings and direction to other departments in the organization.
• Maintain and expand expertise in a set of scientific areas, including physical, chemical, analytical, or formulation principles and methods.
• Help develop mechanistic understanding of current products and processes.
• Cultivate global collaboration in the internal and external scientific community.
• Support patent activities through filing activities, patent surveillance, and defense of our intellectual property.
• Serve as a champion of safety practices in the laboratory and office environments.
• Provide leadership to technicians and specialists.
• Very competent with self‑directed work.
• Construction, maintenance, and safety responsibilities for laboratory workspace and equipment.

Job Requirements:

• BS with 10+ years of product development experience, MS with 5+ years of product development experience, or PhD in the sciences, typically in chemistry or material science.
• At least 5 years of experience leading and mentoring research and development personnel toward the identification and development of new technologies in a business setting.
• Select skills in technical/scientific disciplines, as required.
• Very adept at maintaining and improving safety requirements in the laboratory and work space.
• Versed in scientific methods, laboratory apparatus, and communication skills.