R&D Manager

2 weeks ago

Galway, Galway, Ireland Life Science Recruitment Full time

JOMAXAB-562538

R&D Manager

Photochromic and Liquid Crystal Technology

You will be part of the world leader R&D organisation in photochromic technology. As R&D Manager, you will lead a dedicated team of scientists and engineers.

The team is responsible for developing alternative technologies and manufacturing methods to combine photochromic and liquid crystal technology. You will be leading R&D projects to push the boundaries of the most innovative family of products in the optical sector, combining excellent photochromic performance and adaptive polarization.

Key Responsibilities of the Role
  • Manage the Transpolar Technologies team (4-10 scientist and engineers) as part of the R&D Core-Technologies.
  • In close collaboration with the Lead Scientist, define and lead the research and development for the team. Discover, develop and implement new technologies for photochromic products.
  • Mentor, coach, and ensure that career development plans are in place for direct reports.
  • Plan projects, report progress results, create and maintain all necessary documentation.
  • Work together with the leadership team in R&D to define priorities and contribute to the innovation roadmap.
  • Grow and nurture cross-site and cross-functional relationships in a large, multi-site, matrixed organization.
  • Manage the network of collaborations with scientific institutions.
  • Collaborate efficiently cross-functionally.
  • Ensure a successful transfer of process and product knowledge from R&D to Industrialization.
  • Prepare and present results in international conferences and internal meetings.
Key Requirements
  • Master Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or similar technical degree.
  • A minimum of 5 years of managerial experience leading R&D teams for new product development.
  • Excellent team building, communication, people management and leadership skills.
  • Excellent communicator and fluent in English, both in writing and speaking.
  • Understanding of photochromic and liquid crystal technology.
Desirable
  • MBA or relevant managerial experience in R&D.
  • Experience developing products within the optical industry.
  • Understanding of the fundamentals of applied optics.
  • Hands-on with laboratory work and process development.
  • Experience with Design Control for New Product Development.

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