Scientists

Job DescriptionJob Description

We are seeking a Scientist for our client in Red Hill, NC. This role will be in charge of developing new concepts within a narrow focus area, investigating new concepts, and proposing specific next activities to achieve innovative scientific techniques, processes and criteria in one of the following focus areas: Ceramic sanitaryware, Glass, Glass recycling, advanced processed minerals, fillers for polymers or coatings, water treatment, construction, high purity quartz.

Responsibilities

• Take the lead in mid to long term T&I projects to investigate certain variables and achieve clear and specific project results within a narrow focus area.
• Scan existing literature on relevant topic for specific research projects.
• Perform work that involves conventional types of plans, surveys, structures, … with relatively few complex features for which there are no precedents.
• Might need to perform uncongenial methods (out of the box) for really unknown territories.
• Elaborate new concepts and propose specific next activities.
• Execute instructions on specific assignment objectives, technical assistance on complex features and possible solutions.
• Collaborate with the lab technicians and provide advice.
• Ensure qualitative and timely delivery of project objectives within predefined scope and budget.
• Ensure qualitative and timely delivery of project objectives within predefined scope and budget.
• Lead small projects.
• Participate in research talks, networking events at scientific conferences.
• Identify relevant partnerships.

Job Requirements

• PhD in Engineering with Chemistry, or PhD in Material Science, or PhD in Geology
• Minimum 5 years' experience in similar role

Technical Capabilities

• Strong technical understanding of industrial mineral industry. Strong technical understanding of processing and application of minerals in the intended field of application (eg Ceramic tiles, Coatings, water treatment etc) and practical understanding of the typical test protocols for these kinds of applications.
• Scientific experience in materials science in one or more specific focus areas.
• Extensive understanding of the relevant product segment.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and ensure activities are in compliance with those regulations.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and ensure activities are in compliance with those regulations.
• Efficient and clear communication.
• Able to motivate a team.
• Able to transfer knowledge.
• Open minded.
• Team player.
• Pro-active.
• Able to work independently.
• Self-motivated.
• Analytical.

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Messina Talent Advisors, a Messina Group Company, has the network, proven processes, and all the latest technologies to connect the right candidates with the right jobs - faster.Company DescriptionReal People. Real Connections. Real Results.\r
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That's the Messina Talent Advantage.\r
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For more than 40 years, Messina's Talent practice has continuously evolved to meet the needs of our clients. We not only help our clients fill roles and build their teams, but we also help them better understand their workforce and develop strategic talent initiatives that drive value for their organizations.\r
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Messina Talent Advisors, a Messina Group Company, has the network, proven processes, and all the latest technologies to connect the right candidates with the right jobs - faster.

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