RESEARCHER ASSOCIATE - INNOVATION (EG11)

Hartalega Holdings Berhad; Sepang; On-site; MYR 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartalega Holdings Berhad is seeking a Researcher Associate - Innovation to lead small teams and drive breakthrough R&D for new products and process improvements. The role focuses on translating designs into technical requirements, coordinating cross-functional activities, and managing project execution with emphasis on patentable outcomes.

The candidate should hold a Ph.D in relevant fields and have track-records of launching commercialised projects, with experience in governance and team

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Polymer Science, or Material Science or related fields.
• Minimum 6 years leading innovative R&D on new products/processes.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in patent registration (local and international).
• At least 2 successful projects commercialised.

Responsibilities

• Execute project strategies to deliver breakthrough innovation, product development, process improvements, and cost efficiency within projects.
• Translate customer design inputs into clear technical requirements, development approaches, and project execution plans.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment, translate project priorities into actionable plans, and monitor project progress.
• Apply R&D frameworks, experimental design principles, and best practices; facilitate cross-functional brainstorming and identify patentable innovations and technical claims.
• Act as the escalation point for technical issues, identify and mitigate project-level technical risks, and escalate unresolved issues as required.
• Develop team capabilities and skills through coaching, mentoring, and support for recruitment, development, and retention initiatives.
• Lead project-level continuous improvement and innovation initiatives, supporting incremental innovations and project enhancements.
• Coordinate experiments or trials with external partners, ensuring accurate documentation and technical feedback.
• Perform additional duties as required to meet project and functional objectives.

Education

Ph.D in Chemistry/Polymer Science/Material Science/Polymer Engineering/Material Engineering/Applied Chemistry

Job description

RESEARCHER ASSOCIATE - INNOVATION (EG11)

Company Overview

Leading Growth Through Innovation

As the World's No.1 Nitrile Glove manufacturer, Hartalega is currently in the process of recruiting a diverse pool of talented people, across various specialisations and backgrounds. You will enjoy exceptional benefits and incentives, as well as a well-defined path for career success.

Hartalega is made up of a tight-knit, passionate and highly-skilled set of individuals. From our top executives, to our line technicians; we are all proud to be part of an elite group responsible for revolutionising the glove-making industry.

Job Description

Job Purpose

Lead and manage small teams or projects to drive breakthrough innovation, product development, and process improvements.

Take accountability for project execution, technical governance, and developing team capabilities.

Responsibilities

• 1. Execute project strategies to deliver breakthrough innovation, product development, process improvements, and cost efficiency within projects.
• 2. Translate customer design inputs into clear technical requirements, development approaches, and project execution plans.
• 3. Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment, translate project priorities into actionable plans, and monitor project progress.
• 4. Apply RND frameworks, experimental design principles, and best practices; facilitate cross-functional brainstorming and identify patentable innovations and technical claims.
• 5. Act as the escalation point for technical issues, identify and mitigate project-level technical risks, and escalated unresolved issues as required.
• 6. Develop team capabilities and skills through coaching, mentoring, and support for recruitment, development, and retention initiatives.
• 7. Lead project-level continuous improvement and innovation initiatives, supporting incremental innovations and project enhancements.
• 8. Coordinate experiments or trials with external partners, ensuring accurate documentation and technical feedback.
• 9. Perform additional duties as required to meet project and functional objectives.

Qualification and Experience

• 1. Ph.D in (Chemistry)/(Polymer Science)/(Material Science)/(Polymer Engineering)/ (Material Engineering)/(Applied Chemistry) or equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience
• 2. Minimum 6 years in leading and managing innovative and breakthrough research on new products and processes.
• 3. Minimum 2 years’ experience in patent registration (local and international).
• 4. At least 2 successful projects commercialised