Research Scientist

In the Global Research & Development (GRD) department we work together on new technologies to reduce the overall CO2-footprint of cement and concrete. We want to be the industry leader on the way to carbon neutrality.

Therefore, we would like to expand our Cement & Binder Technology team and are looking for a Research Scientist (f/m/d) Cement & Binder Technology. The position is located in Leimen (near Heidelberg), Germany, and report to the Team Leader Cement & Binder Technology.

**Your next challenge**:

- You conduct (applied) research projects or sub-projects in larger research & development programs
- You coordinate projects in cooperation with universities and industrial partners
- Based on research results, you develop key competences and basic technologies for cementitious binder systems as basis for product development
- You run projects / sub-projects for the development of innovative binder systems
- You develop new test methods as basis for product development / optimization
- You support Group-wide knowledge management in the fields of cement chemistry and mineralogy
- You provide internal trainings in the fields of cement chemistry and mineralogy
- You support with the development of patents in the field of cementitious binders and materials

**Your profile**:

- You have at least a master’s degree in applied mineralogy, material science, chemical engineering or equivalent
- You have at least 3 years of professional experience in research & development or production of building materials; work experience abroad is of advantage
- Strong understanding of construction materials, research methodologies, and innovation processes
- Good organizational, time and project management skills to complete tasks independently and in a time-efficient manner as well as experience in writing technical documents
- You are fluent in German and English and willing to travel abroad

**Our offer**: We are convinced that only those who successfully realize their personal goals can also fully contribute professionally. That's why we offer you attractive benefits, such as:

- Flexible working time models with up to 50% remote working within Germany
- 30 vacation days plus additional special vacation days
- Attractive compensation with profit share/bonus, Christmas and vacation payment
- Multiple learning & development options: support of job-related further training, E-campus, various technical and leadership development programs
- JobTicket, JobBike and further special conditions and discounts for e.g. gyms
- Company fitness room, various sports classes, health and prevention campaigns
- Individual onboarding with buddy program as well as various networking initiatives (Network of Women, International Network etc.)
- Modern headquarters next to the river Neckar with ergonomic workplaces and height-adjustable desks
- Canteen with discounted and healthy meals
- Bicycle and underground parking with charging stations - for e-bike and car

...and much more.

**Job description**:
**Professional**

Entry level

**Leimen**

Location

**Full time**

Contract

**Research & Development**

Category