Research Team Leader, Metals and Materials Recovery

at  VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland Ltd

WE ARE NOW LOOKING FOR A VISIONARY RESEARCH TEAM LEADER FOR THE METALS AND MATERIALS RECOVERY TEAM IN ESPOO.

In this position, you will head one of the leading European teams focused on metals recovery. You play a key role in influencing the team’s research vision and developing solutions for the requirements of the green transition, renewable energy, and vehicle electrification.
The Metals and Materials Recovery team focuses especially on metals recovery from various primary and recycled material streams using hydrometallurgical and mechanical processes. The developed technologies include leaching, precipitation, solvent extraction, ion exchange and biohydrometallurgy. In addition, the team offers knowledge on geomicrobiology, waste characterization and safe disposal.
We have excellent infrastructure including various laboratories and pilot plants. A video of The Hydrometallurgy pilot can be found at the VTT world here: Our tech & infra.
Read more about our research: Hydrometallurgy and mechanical treatment.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Combination of academic education and practical work experience in relevant field with 5+ years of experience and responsibilities in different projects.
• Proven research skills with a strong track record in driving excellence and impact in research. You have a Master of Science degree in a relevant field or equivalent science experience. A doctoral degree is considered as an asset.
• Previous experience in industrial R&D and/or participation in multi-national R&D projects in international or European level is a benefit.
• As a leader, you want to create positive drive and get people excited by coaching and setting ambitious targets together with the team. Strong and proven interpersonal skills are essential in this position.
• Good communication skills and ability to build high value research collaboration in the area. You should have proficient in English skills (written and oral).

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN LEAD METALS AND MATERIALS RECOVERY RESEARCH AND LOOKING FOR A NEW JOB OPPORTUNITY IN THE FIELD? DO YOU WANT TO BUILD A SCIENCE CAREER AND WORK IN A VERSATILE ROLE AT THE INTERFACE OF ACADEMY AND INDUSTRY? VTT MIGHT BE JUST THE PLACE FOR YOU.

VTT is one of the leading applied research organisations in Europe. What unites us are curiosity, a passion for learning and a purpose: to solve the biggest challenges of our time and turn them into sustainable growth and well-being. Our cross-disciplinary community of over 2000 brilliant minds is focused on creating impact through science-based innovation. Get to know us further by exploring VTT’s research infra at VTT World.

WITH US, YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:

• Visionary substance leadership of the team. Develop team’s research agenda and competences together with the team.
• Lead the team’s project portfolio development and execution. With your high ambition level and goal-oriented mindset, you ensure the high quality and impact of the projects.
• Leading the customer sales and key research initiatives. As one of the key experts of the area, you participate hands-on in relevant projects.
• You will be part of the research area’s leadership team and you contribute on the development of the research area.
• This is a line manager role, so you are responsible for coaching the team and team members’ performance as an inspirational leader. Development of safety at work, employee wellbeing, recruitment and team’s competence development are your key priority.