Project Manager #Polymer #MaterialScience #NJH

Project Manager #Polymer #MaterialScience #NJH

As the Project Manager for the Joint Lab, you will be responsible for overseeing a team working on cutting-edge Debonding on Demand (DoD) materials and advanced processing technologies. You will manage projects that synthesize and characterize innovative polymers with controlled debonding capabilities, while ensuring smooth collaboration between key stakeholders. The position involves guiding the work of a Lead Technology Developer (DoD Materials) and a Scientist (Processing Technologies), focusing on materials innovation and driving progress from concept to implementation.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead, coordinate, and manage joint lab projects in the field of DoD materials and processing technologies, ensuring alignment with company goals and timelines.
2. Oversee the design, synthesis, and characterization of advanced polymers with debonding on demand functionality.
3. Manage the Lead Technology Developer (DoD Materials) and Scientist (Processing Technologies), ensuring high-quality research and development.
4. Apply project management skills to prioritize tasks, allocate resources efficiently, and track project progress.
5. Drive innovation in DoD materials by coordinating interdisciplinary teams and collaborating with external R&D partners.
6. Maintain a strong focus on materials science, ensuring that all projects meet technical and commercial requirements.
7. Contribute to the development of intellectual property (IP) through literature and patent searches, collaborating with legal teams where necessary.
8. Foster open innovation opportunities through external partnerships, strengthening collaborative efforts in materials science and polymer chemistry.
9. Report project progress to senior management, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams, ensuring transparency and alignment with business objectives.
10. Develop and implement project management best practices, ensuring timely delivery of milestones, risk management, and budget control.

Requirements

1. Strong background in Project Management with a solid understanding of material science, particularly in polymer chemistry and processing technologies.
2. Proven ability to manage complex projects, lead interdisciplinary teams, and align research activities with business goals.
3. Expertise in coordinating the development of materials with debonding on demand (DoD) functionalities and ensuring their commercial viability.
4. Proven leadership experience, ideally in managing scientists and technology developers in a research and development setting.
5. Experience in collaboration with external R&D partners and driving open innovation initiatives.
6. PhD or Master’s in Material Science, Polymer Chemistry, or related field.
7. 10+ years of industry experience, with at least 5 years in project management and leadership roles in material development.
8. Strong communication skills for interacting with both technical teams and senior management.
9. Strong organizational and software skills, including project management tools and Microsoft Office.