Carbon materials specialist

About our client:Our Client operates in the Oil and Energy industry, with its headquarters rooted strongly in Saudi Arabia. It has its branches spread to more than 50 countries, providing employment to more than 68,500 people all over the world. They fall under the Fortune 500 Companies. They are one of the world’s largest oil producers. They are constantly growing by creating new technologies through its Research and Development efforts and branch into new business lines through Investments and Acquisitions.Responsibilities:The candidate’s primary role is to develop and implement new research programs focusing on cost effective carbon-based technologies for multiple applications including, but not limited to, batteries and building materials.The candidate’s role also includes establishing partnerships with national/international organizations to advance the technology development and ensure effective commercialization of the developed technologies. The candidate will be required to work closely with internal teams as well as research organizations and manufacturers to identify technical gaps/challenges that hinder a vast penetration of specialty carbon materials in the targeted applications.This will include, but not limited to, conducting technical feasibility studies, designing R D strategies targeting the development of processes to produce specialty carbon materials and associated composites, launching research projects, leading lab technician(s) and junior scientists and engaging with external partners to advance the technology readiness level of the targeted developments. Moreover, the candidate will be also responsible for project planning/execution and data analysis as well as liaising with stakeholders to ensure seamless integration with the ongoing effort associated with the Non-metallic and Advanced Materials initiatives in the company. Moreover, as an expert in this field, it is expected to train young scientists/engineers, while keeping abreast with the engineering and scientific developments of carbon materials manufacturing and their applications using a variety of precursors, conventional/advanced manufacturing processes and design methodologies. Requirements:The candidate is expected to have ten years of R D experience in materials synthesis and the associated technology development including at least five years in the field of Carbon Materials. A successful candidate needs to hold a PhD in Chemistry, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Electrochemistry or Physical Chemistry.Ability to set corporate R D strategies, develop technology roadmaps, connect innovation ecosystem players and establishing new business partnerships.Have the ability to identify competencies gaps and building/managing/lead R D teams.Have experience in complex projects management including milestones tracking, project finance contracts development, technology licensing and commercialization.Demonstrate effective leadership skills with the ability to influence and build relationships with customers.Demonstrate noticeable skills in overcoming challenges of carbon-based technology development (e.g. purity quality control, cost efficiency, uniformity structural control, integration compatibility and scalability).Able to work closely with partners to integrate the developed technologies in real-world applications in collaboration with OEMs.Must have the ability to publish papers in highly recognized journals, present research outcomes in international events and grant patents based on novel research results.