Research Scientist

Mission Details

**ARKEMA ADESIVI SRL , a leading global adhesive specialist, provides lamination adhesives for flexible packaging used in food, medical and industrial applications. Their adhesives enhance the performance of multilayered packaging films by providing strong bonding, added functionality and improved conversation efficiency.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Research Scientist to lead innovation, development, and optimization of our lamination adhesives product range in Europe.

ORGANISATION
• Reports to Global R&D Director for AP&C Flexible Laminating
• Direct reports: R&D regional Technicians**

The position will be based in Mozzate (CO)

We offer an entry gross compensation range between 65.000 and 75.000 euros, together with a great experience in Arkema! 

Required Profile

SAFETY
• Actively promotes safe behavior in the Department and takes responsibility for safe lab operations.
• Continuously fosters safe environment with subordinates.
• Actively participates in department safety initiatives and initiates improvements in them.
• Leads Department safety meetings and teams
• Mentors employees in the Department to practice safe working habits and behaviors
KNOW HOW
• PhD in Organic Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, and 6-10 years’ experience in polymer chemistry, or MS or BS degree plus 8-12 years relevant experience.
• Profound knowledge and experience in the design of polyurethane, polyester and acrylics, preferably around lamination adhesive for flexible food packaging and/or also industrial application.
• Deep understanding about adhesion theory and reaction kinetics, especially related to polyurethane chemistry and polyester.
• Solid understanding about technologies and application processes used in the converting industry to produce flexible food packaging, such as extrusion, lamination, printing, …, and its potential influence on adhesive performance.
• Good understanding about food regulatory requirements in the industry for flexible food packaging.
• Understands the requirements/challenges for improved sustainability and recyclability of flexible packaging.
• Good understanding about statistical methods and analysis
• Lead Project Management using Stage gate process
• IP management & strategy
• Effective team leadership and interpersonal skills
PROBLEM SOLVING
• Applies scientific principles to achieve complex project goals
• Deals with ambiguity and incomplete data
• Solves assigned and self-uncovered complex scientific problems
• Regularly submits new project ideas to address market needs and opportunities
• Organizes and analyzes data to explain conclusions/outcomes to R&D and Business unit Management.
• Uses internal and external networks to solve problems and to accelerate R&D projects
ACCOUNTABILITY
• Build Climate of Trust and Respect
• Drive Toward Results
• Focus on the Customers
• Demonstrates a proactive approach and can-do attitude
• Forms strong working collaborations with colleagues in Business or Manufacturing groups
• Publishes reports for broad distribution with minimal management review required.
• Plans and leads projects
• Presents work team results to audiences including senior Bostik / Arkema decision-makers.
• Uses/coordinates intellectual property to protect and expand the company’s interests.
• Proactively interacts with internal/external stake holders to achieve commercial objectives • Assists in the orientation, mentoring and development of junior staff • Oversees several projects of considerable scope at department level • Initiates, develops and implements new projects aligned with business goals • Monitors and shares cross-functionally relevant technology in area of expertise • Breaks down barriers and creates novel solutions at cross-functional level • Advocates for project resources • Anticipates emerging internal/external customer needs and acts • Guides development of Arkema IP as a competitive advantage LEADERSHIP AND INFLUENCE • Building Teams & Develop Talent • Hold People Accountable • Provide technical input to decision makers setting department strategy • Collaborates with management to set program direction and timeline • Expands and uses internal and external networks through substantial activities outside of immediate project work. • Recognizes the importance of diverse viewpoints. • Regularly publishes/presents in journal / symposium and communicate with business colleagues related to his/her field of research.