UK: Applied Research Team Leader – Coatings/PVD/Nanocoatings

Applied Research Team Leader – Coatings/PVD/Nanocoatings

• Job Role: Physical Chemistry, Materials Science, Nanotechnology
• Job Hours: Full-Time
• Sector: Industry
• Location: United Kingdom, Abingdon
• Company:  Vector Recruitment
• Salary: UP TO £48k + BENEFITS
• Job reference: AHT/V/P/ARTL
• Posted Date: 24 August 2010 10:05:47

Applied Research Team Leader – Coatings/Nanocoating/PVD
Location: Oxfordshire
Salary – Up to £48k + Benefits

Skills – Team Leader/ Management/ Project Management/ Coatings/ Nanocoatings/ Surface Science/ Surface Analysis / PECVD/PVD/Nanotechnology/Chemistry

Do you have experience of managing a team of Scientists on research and development Projects?
Want to join a highly successful new development company at the forefront of innovation?
Do you have A PhD or good first Degree in a Science or Engineering subject?
A background in chemistry or a materials science?

We are the world leader in liquid-repellent nano-coating technology. We are looking for a Applied Research Team Leader to enhance our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a company making waves within a range of industries.

This role is for someone who wants something exciting and challenging, who thrives in a fast paced environment, with a Passion for new technologies and innovation.

Due to extensive growth plans the Applied Research Team require an experienced Team Leader to lead development projects and manage a team of talented Research Scientists. The company are looking for a creative and enthusiastic individual who is keen to develop their career within a fast paced and rapidly changing environment.

The Applied Research Team Leader will be responsible for:
• Meet performance review objectives
• Deliver allocated development projects on-time, in-budget and to-specification
• Deliver core technologies appropriate to P2i needs
• Lead a diverse team of scientists to deliver to strategic and commercial deadlines

Key Tasks
• To work on multiple research topics and projects as required
• To lead projects with a chemistry and surface analysis bias, taking responsibility for successful completion
• To work to project plans and inform line manager at earliest opportunity if project progress is not to plan
• Lead the applied research team including managing, mentoring and developing staff.
• Set and manage performance targets for direct reports
• To maintain comprehensive and accurate records of all work in formats requested
• To produce project progress reports as requested
• To attend and contribute to meetings as required

You will need:
• Strong project management and an understanding of the key processes in delivering projects
• Ability to lead a project team or work alone
• Have a proven track record in working to tight commercial deadlines
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Able to assimilate and disseminate technical information in timely manner
• Ability to work at a molecular level.
• Microsoft Office (good working knowledge of PowerPoint, Excel and Word)
• Ability to work in a small company environment, with large company professionalism

Essential Qualifications
• A PhD or good first Degree in a Science or Engineering subject. Experience in chemistry or a materials science is desirable.
• A minimum of 3 years experience leading scientific teams within a research or development environment.

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