Scientific Team Coordinator

vor 3 Wochen


Leimen, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland Heidelberg Materials Vollzeit

In the Global Research & Development (GRD) department at Heidelberg Materials, we are working together on new technologies to reduce the overall CO2 footprint of cement and concrete. Our goal is to be the industry leader on the way to carbon neutrality.

We are looking for a Team Leader (f/m/d) Scientific Coordination to join our team. The position will be located in Leimen, Germany, and will report to the Head of Cement, Concrete & Applications.

Your next challenge will be to:

  • Manage a small team of scientific experts in mineralogy and advanced chemistry
  • Guide and support GRD project managers in scientific questions, e.g., planning and interpretation of test programs
  • Develop and maintain close relations to leading scientific institutes in cement and concrete technology
  • Transfer latest developments in cement science and analytical tools into Heidelberg Materials' R&D project work (internalization of knowledge)
  • Train and educate GRD staff in above matters
  • Identify opportunities for publicly funded projects and organize resulting activities accordingly
  • Oversee, coordinate, and follow up all projects related to the development of alternative binder concepts
  • Identify Intellectual Property opportunities and conduct respective activities to protect Heidelberg Materials' interests

Your profile should include:

  • University degree in chemistry, mineralogy, or equivalent
  • A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in research and development of building materials in different positions in research institutes or in the industry, if possible, work experience in a foreign country
  • Very solid scientific background
  • Strong ability to apply scientific knowledge in a profit-oriented, industrial environment as well as strategic and conceptual thinking
  • High degree of self-organization and very well-structured way of working and communicating
  • Strong determination to be creative and make decisions
  • English and German, additional language skills are an advantage
  • Willingness to extensively travel abroad

We offer:

  • 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, 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 working environment with ergonomic workplaces and height-adjustable desks
  • Canteen with discounted and healthy meals
  • Bicycle and car parking with charging stations – for e-bike and car


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