Sd-25216 - Head Of Group - Chemical Processing Of Transducers Materials

Permanent contract | Belval

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The Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST) is a Research and Technology Organization (RTO) active in the fields of materials, environment and IT. By transforming scientific knowledge into technologies, smart data and tools, LIST empowers citizens in their choices, public authorities in their decisions and businesses in their strategies.

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How will you contribute?

Within the SMAT (Smart Materials) Unit, you will lead a new research group on modelling of functional materials. As part of this role, you will:

• In coordination with the Head of Smart Materials Unit, define the group goals in alignment with the unit strategy. Keep team’s activity aligned to unit strategic roadmaps.
• Manage the group’s budget; forecast, implement, and follow-up its execution.
• Manage the group’s project portfolio ensuring a balanced mix of competitive/industry funded projects and a healthy cycle of new/ongoing/to-be-ended projects. Provide primary leadership to the submission and execution of RDI project.
• Build collaborative relationships with the group's project partners and stakeholders and leverage these relationships to promote the group's projects and initiatives.
• Make decisions considering various factors, risks, and impact. Promote and/or contribute to the improvement of RDI methods, processes, or tools to enhance the group’s performance.
• Guide the group in reaching objectives and recognize effort and success. Act when conflicts appear.
• Be primary responsible for talent management processes for your group (i.e., recruitment, training, performance evaluation, promotions, exits, etc.). Promote and monitor the development of the team's competencies and careers in line with the current and future needs of the group and the unit.
• Ensure your team respects LIST values, ethical standards, research integrity, and internal rules.
• Ensure that the work environment of your team remains safe and healthy.
• Communicate and facilitate understanding of organizational objectives, acting as a bridge between senior management and team members.
• Lead and foster world-class research activities in the domain of experimental materials science, aligned with the priorities of the Smart Materials Unit and LIST.

Is Your profile described below? Are you our future colleague? Apply now!

Educational Background

• PhD in experimental materials science or a related discipline

Experience and skills

• Solid RDI work experience related to the field of the group under responsibility.
• Sound knowledge in the fields of printed electronics and transducer materials. Abreast of the latest knowledge, developments, and innovations in these fields. Understanding of adjacent fields, experimental and theoretical activities in the Smart Materials Unit and LIST.
• Strong management and leadership skills.
• Strong competencies in project management and work organization.
• Experience in budget realisation and reporting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proven ability to work with and manage a team of highly skilled professionals with a broad range of cultural and professional background and to foster a collaborative work environment.

Language skills

• Professional proficiency in both written and spoken English is mandatory.

Your LIST benefits

• An organization with a passion for impact and strong RDI partnerships in Luxembourg and Europe that works on responsible and independent research projects
• Sustainable by design, empowering our belief that we play an essential role in paving the way to a green society
• Innovative infrastructures and exceptional labs occupying more than 5,000 square metres, including innovations in all that we do
• An environment encouraging curiosity, innovation and entrepreneurship in all areas
• Personalized learning programme to foster our staff’s soft and technical skills
• Multicultural and international work environment with more than 50 nationalities represented in our workforce
• Diverse and inclusive work environment empowering our people to fulfil their personal and professional ambitions
• Gender-friendly environment with multiple actions to attract, develop and retain women in science
• 32 days’ paid annual leave, 11 public holidays, 13-month salary, statutory health insurance
• Flexible working hours, home working policy and access to lunch vouchers

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Your application must include:

• A motivation letter oriented towards the position and detailing your experience
• A detailed CV with contact details
• List of publications (and patents, if applicable)
• Contact details of 2 references

Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by email will not be considered.

Application procedure and conditions

We kindly request applicants to provide their nationality for statistical purposes only, as part of our commitment to promoting diversity and ensuring equal opportunities in our workforce. This information will be kept confidential and will not be used for any discriminatory purposes.

LIST is dedicated to maintaining an inclusive work environment and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to attracting, hiring, and retaining a diverse workforce. All applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination based on national origin, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, religion, age, or disability.

Applications will be continuously reviewed until the position is filled. An assessment committee will thoroughly evaluate applications, adhering to guidelines designed to ensure equal opportunities. The primary criteria for selection will be the alignment of the applicant's existing skills and expertise with the requirements mentioned above.