Materials Researcher, Polymers

3 weeks ago


Edmonton, Canada Alberta Innovates Full time

Polymer & Non-Metallic Materials Researcher

Innotech Alberta is seeking an innovative and collaborative Materials Researcher with expertise in polymers and non-metallics to join its Advanced Materials & Asset Integrity team to support the team’s applied research and industrial client projects. This position will be responsible for developing, managing, and providing technical leadership for industry research projects focused on polymeric and non-metallic materials, including client engagement, design of experiments and testing protocols, and analysis and interpretation of experimental results.

Are you our next Materials Researcher? You would be a good fit for this position if you:
Have expertise in polymeric and polymer-based materials such as composites and reinforced materials
Enjoy tackling new technical challenges and developing innovative solutions to problems
Are resourceful, creative, and forward-thinking Are collaborative by nature and can work in a team environment across diverse disciplines
Want to make a difference within Alberta’s energy and manufacturing sectors

We are game changers

**Intrigued? Here’s some more information about the position**:
Reporting to the Manager of Advanced Materials & Asset Integrity, this role will focus on leading and enhancing the team’s materials engineering capabilities pertinent to polymeric and non-metallic materials. Specific related responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
Lead project activities involving the design, selection, and evaluation of non-metallic materials to meet client needs
Design project experiments and testing protocols, oversee experimentation execution, analyze and interpret experimental data and results, and draw conclusions
Deliver oral presentations and written technical reporting on experimental findings at workshops, meetings and conferences
Lead the development and execution of applied research and development projects including:
Definition and monitoring of project schedule, budget, and scope of work
Management of project outcomes to ensure timely delivery and commensurate quality
Preparation of progress reporting and engagement with clients and project stakeholders to provide progress updates
Coordination and delegation of tasking to project team members
Support in pursuit of new business opportunities including development of project proposals and contact with external clients/stakeholders
Provision of coaching and mentoring to more junior staff members

The position will be based primarily in InnoTech Alberta’s facility at Edmonton Research and Development Park but occasionally may work at InnoTech Alberta’s facility at Devon.

**Qualifications and skills we are looking for**:
**Education and Experience Requirements**:
Advanced degree in Materials or Polymer Engineering/Science (PhD is preferred)
Registered with APEGA as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.). Consideration may be given to holders with E.I.T. status.
Minimum of 6 years of technical and project/program management experience related to polymer engineering and related technologies or solutions is desired; lesser experience will be considered.

**Key Skills and Abilities**:
Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated and proactive
Strong organization skills and attention to detail that reflect the ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks, competing agendas, and client demands
Collaborative nature and ability to work well with internal and external stakeholders
Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills
Strong written communication skills demonstrated through technical reporting and proposals
Why InnoTech Alberta?
We offer our employees opportunities to work on projects that will expand their skill sets while witnessing the visible impacts of their efforts. We value the development of our employees and create opportunities for working in capacities that allow new skills to be learned. We know that the wellness of our team is the most important part of our business, so we offer a strong benefits package and generous vacation and paid time off programs to promote work-life balance.
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