Head - Research & Development - Chemical Manufacturing

Opportunity for leadership role as Research & Development Head for one of India's largest manufacturers of industrial adhesives and emulsions. The company has leading market position in pressure sensitive adhesives (PSA) and emerging position in coating emulsions. This role is for the "Adhesives and Paint Emulsions" business of the company.

Qualifications:

- MSc. (Organic) / MTech in Chemical Engineering / Polymers, preferably with specialization in Polymer Emulsions.

- PhD qualifications would be an added advantage.

Experience:

- 15-20 years relevant research experience in the Chemical Industry - specific exposure to adhesives, polymers, paints would be a distinct advantage.

- About 5 years in a leadership position heading the R&D function.

Key Responsibilities:

- Manage the R&D setup as a world-class - Centre of Excellence.

- Motivate and mentor the team of scientists and technical analysts to obtain the best possible deliverables

- Offer innovative, technological solutions and new products to enable the Company maintain its market leadership and increase its profitability.

- Select and install state-of-the-art laboratory equipment

- Ensure that infrastructure and facilities are conducive for creative work

- Provide technical support to the QA/QC and Production functions

- Undertake trouble-shooting on any issues / problems involving products, processes or technical procedures

- Keep abreast of technical literature, domain knowledge and patents.

Leadership Attributes:

- Be a part of the Top Management Strategy Team

- Exhibit good communication & interpersonal skills.

- Should command respect with his/her knowledge & experience.

- Be aggressive & goal oriented

The ideal candidate to have the following attributes:

- Candidate who can execute with velocity is preferred over someone who is comfortable with structured/hierarchical work practices.

- Needs to be a visionary

- Should be able to conceive future Technology center and set it up.

- Continuously upgrade

- The role is managerial in nature, however the strong prior experience in technical aspects is needed to be successful in this role.