Senior Engineer / Engineer – Functional Polymer
Senior Engineer / Engineer – Functional Polymer
( Ref. 23022 )
Duties
The appointee will work on the development of functional polymers for various healthcare applications. His/her work responsibilities include the following:
- Development and optimization of formulations for polymeric coating, functional plastics, and/or polymer nanocomposites;
- Characterization of polymer materials using FTIR, TGA, DSC, etc.;
- Evaluation of the mechanical and biological performances of the formulations;
- Coordinating and conducting on-site trials;
- Drafting proposals, project progress reports, meeting slides, SOPs, and IP documents;
- Incubating ideas to explore the opportunity of cooperation with industry partners;
- Collaborating with other research staff on R&D work;
- Facilitating the daily operations of the laboratory; and
- Performing other duties assigned by supervisor.
Requirements
- Master or PhD in Polymer Science / Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Material Science / Engineering, or related disciplines;
- Solid knowledge in polymer chemistry, polymer physics and polymer processing;
- Hands-on experiences in various types of R&D work, especially in polymer related projects;
- Prior experience with extrusion and injection molding will be advantageous;
- Knowledge and experience with polymer nanocomposite will be advantageous;
- Knowledge in Design of Experiment, Data Science and Statistical Analysis will be advantageous;
- Experience in industrial application, quality control, and technology transfer is an advantage;
- Wholehearted application to work with high motivation;
- Work independently and able to communicate in teamwork;
- Positive, analytical, critical thinking and good troubleshooting skill;
- Have a sense of ownership for his/her work;
- Willing to work under pressure; and
- Good command of English and Chinese, articulate report writing/presentation skills as well as abilities in literature/patent search.
Salary and Benefits
We offer 5-day work, attractive remuneration package to the successful candidates. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Medical and dental benefits as well as annual leave will be provided. We also offer an open, collaborative and friendly working environment as well as ample capacity for your professional development. Appointment will be offered on a contract basis, renewable subject to mutual agreement and performance.