Duties

The appointee will be responsible for project implementation, including experimental design, laboratory equipment operation, sample preparation, properties characterization, data analysis, performance testing in the following areas:

• Work on functional polymer materials for construction;
• Design functional polymer material formulation and develop appropriate process;
• Characterize and test samples from lab-scale to process stages and evaluating the material performance;
• Scaling up process for trial production including synthesis, purification, processing and post-treatment;
• Responsible for R&D to achieve project milestones, writing up project reports and giving slide presentations from time to time;
• Work closely with his/her supervisor, project sponsors and other project related parties;
• Be innovative to explore the opportunity of cooperation with industry partners; and
• Perform other duties assigned by his/her supervisor.

Requirements

• PhD or Master in Polymer, Chemistry, Material Science, Material Engineering or related disciplines;
• Solid knowledge and research experience in design, fabrication and characterization of polymer/composite;
• Extensive hands-on experience on development and characterization of polymer materials in coating, adhesives, sealants or lightweight polymer materials would be advantages;
• Ability to work independently and good communication skills;
• Positive, analytical, critical thinking and good troubleshooting skill;
• Good command of English and Chinese, articulate report writing/presentation skills as well as abilities in literature/patent search; and
• Candidates with more working experiences will be considered as Senior Engineer.