Mission DetailsWe are seeking a Scientist to work on innovation, product development and optimization of our lamination adhesives product range in Europe.
PhD Chemist with 8-10 years' experience in the adhesive industry, ideally lamination adhesives, and preferably with first leadership experience to manage small R&D; teams.
The role reports to the European R&D; Manager of AP&C; Laminating Adhesives and is based in Mozzate (CO).
Required ProfileSAFETY
Actively promotes safe behavior in the Department and takes responsibility for safe lab operations.
Actively participates in department safety initiatives and initiates improvements in them.
Participates at safety meetings and teams
Mentors employees in the Department to practice safe working habits and behaviors
KNOW HOW
PhD Chemist with 8-10 years' experience in the adhesive industry, ideally lamination adhesives, and preferably with first leadership experience to manage small R&D; teams
Knowledge and experience in the design of polyurethane, polyester and acrylics, preferably around lamination adhesive for flexible food packaging and / or industrial application.
Profound understanding about adhesion theory and reaction kinetics, especially related to polyurethane chemistry and polyester.
Understands the requirements / challenges for improved sustainability and recyclability of flexible packaging.
Good understanding about statistical methods and analysis
Knows, how to apply Design of Experiment techniques
Excellent communication skills & stake holder management
Able to set up new research equipment, plan and execute experimental program.
PROBLEM SOLVING
Applies scientific principles to achieve complex project goals
Deals with ambiguity and incomplete data
Organizes and analyzes data to explain conclusions & outcomes to management
Uses internal and external networks to solve problems and to accelerate R&D; projects
ACCOUNTABILITY
Build climate of trust and respect
Drives toward results
Demonstrates a proactive approach and a strong solution-oriented attitude
Plans and leads assigned projects and provide monthly progress reports
Applies intellectual property methods to protect and expand the company's interests.
Proactively interacts with internal & external stake holders to achieve commercial objectives
Advocates for project resources
LEADERSHIP AND INFLUENCE
Plans and leads assigned projects and delivers on agreed milestones
Participates enthusiastically on project teams.
Recognizes and respects the importance of diverse viewpoints, which is essential for overcoming project-related obstacles and conflicts.
Professionally represents Bostik in interactions with external contacts
Expands and uses internal and external networks through activities outside of immediate project work.
Regularly publishes / presents in journal / symposium and communicate with business colleagues related to his / her field of research.
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