Research Specialist

Hartalega; Sepang; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartalega is seeking a PhD-level researcher to identify and manage industry-leading innovation in new products and processes. You will plan experiments, analyze data, and apply advanced scientific and engineering methods to develop breakthrough solutions.

You will work with R&D teams and supply chain partners to scale successful technologies, protect IP, and communicate findings to stakeholders. A strong track record in DOE and R&D methodologies is required.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry/ Polymer Science/ Material Science/ Polymer Engineering/ Material Engineering/ Applied Chemistry or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years in leading and managing innovative and breakthrough research; at least 1 project commercialization.
• Sound knowledge in DOE and other established and benchmark R&D methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Identify, propose and manage industry leading innovation and breakthrough research.
• Plan and conduct research, propose experiments and analyse data to test hypotheses to enhance understanding of products and processes and provide inventive solutions toward new development efforts.
• Apply sophisticated scientific or engineering understanding to research or development problems, ideas or projects.
• Create and protect intellectual property for the company; work with legal advisors/ authorities in IP investigation and generating activities.
• Incorporate the developed technology into the process and/or product and work with R&D Managers in scaling up and commercialisation.
• Collaborate effectively with R&D team and function in supply chain throughout product development cycle.
• Keep abreast and continue to assess new technology potential by attending conferences & seminars, reviewing research publications, technical literature, patents, market research papers and suppliers.
• Establish and maintain exceptional working relationships with external industry stakeholders, research bodies, academic and professional institutions and suppliers.
• Communicate research results to stakeholders through reports and presentations.

Skills

DOE knowledge

RD leadership

Education

PhD in Chemistry/ Polymer Science/ Material Science/ Polymer Engineering/ Material Engineering/ Applied Chemistry

Job description

• Identify, propose, manage innovation and breakthrough research on new products and process focusing on the following four (4) aspects:
• Customer Acceptance
• Commercial Feasibility
• Regulatory and Market Compliance
• Cost Compliance (if required)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify, propose and manage industry leading innovation and breakthrough research.
• Plan and conduct research, propose experiments and analyse data to test hypotheses to enhance understanding of products and processes and to provide inventive solutions toward new development efforts.
• Apply sophisticated scientific or engineering understanding to research or development problems, ideas or projects.
• Create and protect intellectual property for the company. Work with legal advisors/ authorities in IP investigation and generating activities.
• Incorporate the developed technology into the process and/or product and work with R&D Managers in scaling up and commercialisation.
• Collaborate effectively with R&D team and function in supply chain throughout product development cycle.
• Keep abreast and continue to assess new technology potential by attending conferences & seminars, reviewing research publications, technical literature, patents, market research papers and suppliers.
• Establish and maintain exceptional working relationships with external industry stakeholders, research bodies, academic and professional institutions and suppliers.
• Communicate research results to stakeholders through reports and presentations.

REQUIREMENTS

• PhD in Chemistry/ Polymer Science/ Material Science/ Polymer Engineering/ Material Engineering/ Applied Chemistry or equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.
• Minimum 3 years in leading and managing innovative and breakthrough research on new products and processes. At least 1 successful project commercialized.
• Sound knowledge in DOE and other established and benchmark R&D Methodologies.