Our client is looking for a Research & Development Scientist to join their growing team.
Responsibilities:
Conduct literature research and propose new ideas to improve existing features.
Lead innovation projects and validate new products on commercial equipment.
Collaborate with global counterparts and ensure product design requirements and deadlines are met.
Document data thoroughly and guide the project team on next steps.
Travel for training and technology transfer.
Understand capabilities and issues to identify potential for innovation.
Record process improvements and product innovations to build an innovation funnel.
Propose and support adoption of innovation ideas by senior leadership.
Implement innovation projects to enhance the company's competitive edge.
Collaborate with product development to develop robust processes for multiple substrates.
Work with suppliers to master equipment operation and troubleshooting.
Assist with key product tests during scale-up as needed.
Ensure raw materials and alternative threads run through the process at high yields.
Lead investigations and implement processes to reduce future risks.
Maintain standard operating procedures for all machine processes.
Ensure preparations are complete before scientist visits.
Keep Project Manager informed during scale-up trials.
Conduct trials according to the Project Manager's plan.
Update other sites on trial progress through regular calls.
Learn third-party equipment differences to aid collaboration.
Train partners on new company products to ensure collaborators are comfortable with the products.
Requirements
Minimum of 3 years experience in Research & Development.
Strong project management skills demonstrating the ability to push projects over the finish line with sound planning and persistent execution.
Innovative mindset to identify potential opportunities to utilize existing equipment to enhance product or process capabilities.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Strong inclination to work with 3rd parties to ensure products scale up well in their operations
Strong communication skills: both verbal and in writing.
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s in Engineering, Science or related discipline.
Relevant experience in manufacturing or production with a focus on Research & Development.
Experience in new product development within a manufacturing setting.
Benefits
Allowances
Life Insurance
Health Insurance
Yearly salary and performance reviews
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