Umicore · 1 day ago
Scientist (Hydrometallurgy)
Shanghai, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expUmicore is a global materials and technology group focused on sustainability and clean mobility. They are seeking a Scientist in Hydrometallurgy to drive research projects, innovate in the field, and manage the hydrometallurgy lab, contributing to material solutions for pressing challenges.
EnergyRecycling
Responsibilities
Grow knowledge and expertise in the field of hydrometallurgy
Contribute independently to projects within program, applying knowledge and expertise
Align with project managers in CRD and BU
Innovate and generate ideas within the field of hydrometallurgy
Consult existing internal and external network within the core competence subdomain. This network includes RTOs, technology providers and suppliers
Keep track of patent literature in the relevant field
Contribute to FTO study and patent filing in collaboration with BU and the IP department
Safeguard proper confidentiality guidelines across the projects
Prepare funding files in collaboration with the project/program manager and the government affairs department
Manage the hydrometallurgy lab in Shanghai and functionally manage of reports
Implement and control CRD safety rules and quality procedures
Qualification
Required
PhD in Sciences or Engineering, or equivalent through relevant research experience
More than 8 years of relevant research experience in the field of hydrometallurgy. Leaching and solvent extraction experience are a clear asset
Experience in leading a chemical lab
Insight in relevant technical and business field
Understanding of IP mechanics, funding, R&D contracting and confidentiality matters
Languages: Fluent in both Chinese and English. French, German, Korean or Dutch are a clear asset
Good internal & external networking skills
Customer intimacy skills to understand business unit strategy and priorities relevant to the projects
Leadership skills to guide teams towards successful execution of their projects
Creativity in science and technology
Target oriented
Planning and organization skills
Company
Umicore
Umicore is a global materials technology and recycling group.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.05BKey Investors
European Investment Bank
2024-04-19Post Ipo Debt· $532.06M
2024-02-07Post Ipo Debt· $377.14M
2020-06-15Post Ipo Debt· $141.74M
Leadership Team
Robert Gaskell
CFO South America
Patrick Vermeulen
Chief Information Officer
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