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Open call for the position of Scientific Director of the Basque Center for Macromolecular Design and Engineering, POLYMAT Fundazioa

Job Summary

• Promoting the center reputation of excellence, both nationally and internationally.
• Leading and implementing the medium and long-term scientific strategy of the center.
• Ensuring the smooth and successful operation of the center.
• Attracting, developing and retaining researchers (meeting the goals of Gender balance) and coaching and empowering researchers
• Ensuring financial stability (increasing funding attraction, effective management of resources, …).
• Encouraging and facilitating interdisciplinary and innovative research both internally and with third parties.
• Ensuring effective internal communication
• Coordinating technology transfer and IP protection
• Strengthen the network of collaborations with academic institutions and industries at local, national and international levels.
• Nurturing the relationships with the University of the Basque Country and the Provincial, Basque and Spanish Governments.
• Developing her/his own research group.

Job Description

The successful candidate should have
• An international recognition in the polymer field as an innovative researcher.
• Extensive experience in people leadership and managing large research groups.
• Strong record of accomplishment in attracting research funding from local, national and international bodies, as well as working with industry.
• A wide network of established relationships with key academic, industry and professional bodies.
Presence in the editorial board of leading journals in the field and experience in launching start-ups are desirable.
Aplication
Applications should be submitted to ikerbasque@ikerbasque.net including a CV, reference letters and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the position.
Consideration of applications and nominations will commence in June 2024 until the position is filled.
Term and conditions
The appointment is for 5 years with the possibility of renewal. A competitive salary will be confirmed on offer of appointment.

Benefits

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