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Job ID: JOB-13245
R&D Manager  



Job Purpose

You will be part of the world leader R&D organization. As R&D Manager, you will lead a dedicated team of scientists and engineers at the Innovation and Technology Centre in Ireland. You will be leading R&D projects to push the boundaries of the most innovative family of products.

Key Responsibilities of the Role

• Manage team (up to 5 scientists 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 products.
• Mentor, coach, and ensure that career development plans are in place for direct reports.
• Plan projects, report progress results, and 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 and 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 a 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 is 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.

  Additional Info

• The role offers opportunities for career & technical development as part of the Company’s structured career development program.
• Some international travel might be required – up to 20% Transversal Responsibilities
• All employees have a responsibility to contribute to the Group’s sustainability and in doing so ensure that, we can continue to fulfil our mission.
• All business decisions and actions must serve and be in line with the Group’s sustainability goals and mission.
• An employee must abide by the legal compliance policy in performing of his/her duties

For further information on this role in Co. Galway please contact Johanne Kennedy on 086 440 3725 / choices@hero.ie

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Johanne Kennedy

JOB-13245

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