Mission Details
We 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 Profile
SAFETY
• 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.