About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to lead our team in the development of innovative research, analysis, and research-support activities in Materials Characterisation.
This is a key role within our organisation, requiring strong leadership skills and experience of managing multifaceted industrial-focussed research &development projects within deadlines and budget.
The successful candidate will be responsible for developing project-related activities across our organisation, working in collaboration with different technology areas, technology providers, national technology centres, academia and industry to deliver key projects.
They will also support senior managers with a proactive approach in the identification, technical specification and delivery of new and novel materials & technology capabilities and strategies that will have a direct technical, economic and reputational benefit to our organisation, industry and the region.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and develop a team of engineers, scientists and technicians in the development of project-related activities
* Manage multifaceted industrial-focussed research &development projects within deadlines and budget
* Develop regional and international links and secure partnerships and funding
* Support senior managers with a proactive approach in the identification, technical specification and delivery of new and novel materials & technology capabilities and strategies
About You
* Honours Degree, or equivalent, in related engineering discipline or substantial relevant experience working in a similar role
* Substantial relevant experience initiating, executing and managing multifaceted industrial-focussed research &development projects within deadlines and budget, displaying strong and effective resource management abilities
* Strong evidence of technical excellence and understanding of fundamental engineering and materials science concepts as evidenced by major project outcomes, reports, publications, patents or product designs
* Extensive breadth and depth of specialist knowledge in the discipline and of research and development methods and techniques to work within established research programmes
* Experience of collaborative working, team leadership and project leadership and delivery
* Experience of building networks of industrial and research stakeholders across the UK and Ireland
* Ability to communicate complex information to range of audiences through effective written reports and presentations, adjusting approach to meet audience needs
What We Offer
A competitive salary and benefits package, opportunities for career progression and professional development, and a dynamic and supportive work environment.