Senior Scientist

World Food Programme; Roma; In loco; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

An international humanitarian organization located in Italy is seeking an experienced R&D leader to oversee product development in polymeric materials. The role involves mentoring less-experienced associates, leading projects, and maintaining high safety standards in the laboratory. Ideal candidates will have a strong educational background in chemistry or material science, extensive experience leading development teams, and excellent communication skills. If you are passionate about innovation and collaboration, this is an excellent opportunity.

Competenze

• Experienced in leading R&D teams and mentoring associates.
• Expertise in product development and safety requirements.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Mansioni

• Identify and create new technologies in materials.
• Lead R&D projects and teams.
• Maintain safety and improvement in laboratory environments.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Research and Development

Safety Practices

Technical Communication

Formazione

BS in relevant field with 10+ years of experience

MS with 5+ years of experience

PhD in sciences, typically in chemistry or material science

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.