Senior scientist in fiber development - Solution spinning

Do you want to join our efforts to contribute to a globally sustainable textile industry? Do you want to develop production processes for new types of wet-spun fibers from bio-based raw materials together with us, our partners and customers? Then we are looking for you!

The Fiber Development unit recruits a specialist for the team in Mölndal, Sweden.

That is why we are now looking for you who are an experienced and driven researcher in fiber development with solution spinning as an area of ​​expertise.

Our operations in Mölndal have Sweden's largest laboratory for fiber development. Here we create the fiber materials of the future, with a strong focus on functionality, sustainability and resource efficiency. Our team develops and offers expertise, manufacturing methods and material analyses throughout the value chain from raw material to end product. You will be an important team player in a committed unit with cutting-edge expertise, who values ​​working in close collaboration within the team and with our customers and partners.

About the position
With us, you will drive the area of solution-spun fibers forward by initiating or collaborating in research projects as well as applied research and development assignments with industrial customers. Together with the team, you will work towards our goal to be the first choice in Europe as an innovation partner in the field of sustainable fiber-based materials. This by being actively updated on the research front and the needs of industry, as well as seeing and being open to new opportunities for collaborations in technology and materials development.

To succeed in this role, we see that you have very good knowledge and experience in solution spinning, both practical and theoretical, especially in the area of cellulosic fibers. You are motivated by developing new fiber materials based on various societal challenges as well as issues and wishes from our customers.

Important and relevant tasks in the role are:

- Ideation and innovation
- Directly involved in experimental work
- Equipment development
- Apply for grants
- Contact with customers and partners
- Project management and initiation of new projects and assignments
- Build internal and external networks

Who are you?
We are looking for you who have a Master’s and probably also a doctoral degree in materials science/polymer technology or an equivalent subject area relevant to the position. You have specialist knowledge in solution spinning, as well as several years of experience in fiber development, preferably in the area of man-made cellulosic fibers. Technology is a big interest and you are motivated by practical experimental work. You have relevant experience of working strategically and leading major initiatives. You can express yourself well in both speech and writing in English. Experience of application work is an advantage. As a person, you are enterprising and driven with a good ability to work independently as well as in teams.

Are we right for each other?
At RISE, we like differences and we are convinced that diversity contributes to an innovative environment where we together challenge boundaries and develop new knowledge and skills for the future. With us, passionate problem solvers meet to solve some of the world's most important problems. We can not promise you an easy job, but what we can promise you is a team of committed colleagues and some really exciting societal challenges to tackle. You will work in a dynamic environment that gives you development opportunities both professionally and personally. With us, you get the opportunity to make a real impact. Welcome to the research institute of Sweden.

Welcome with your application!
Do you have any questions or would like to know more? Please contact Tobias Köhnke, Director Fiber Development, +46 76 147 63 38. The deadline for applications is 16th of september. Interviews will be conducted throughout the application period.

Our union contacts are: Melina da Silva, Sveriges Ingenjörer, +46 10 228 46 96 and Simonetta Granello, Unionen, +46 10 228 4801.

We kindly ask external recruitment companies and sales people not to contact us as we are governed by the Swedish Procurement Act.

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