Head of Biopolymer Product Development

Do you have a PhD in Bio-Polymer based materials with experience in biopolymer product development and looking for a new exciting job opportunity?

We are currently looking for a Head of Biopolymer Product Development to join a leading biotechnology company based in the Central Belt of Scotland.

As the Head of Biopolymer Product Development you will be leading the Research and Development team to develop commercial chitin and chitosan-based products using the company's own chitin production resources.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Your duties as the Head of Biopolymer Product Development will be varied however the key duties and responsibilities are as follows:

1. You will be responsible for developing chitosan-based formulations for anti-microbial and compostable packaging products in the form of stand-alone films or coated natural packaging materials.

2. This will include determining the most reliable and repeatable method to determine the molecular weight (MWT) and degree of deacetylation (DDA) including recommending the best analytical methods from FTIR, X-Ray diffraction, chromatography, titration, or Bench-top NMR.

3. As the Head of Product Development, you will also provide scientific support and guidance to operational colleagues for the commercial manufacture of chitosan and the ongoing development of the manufacturing processes.

4. You will be managing a small team of R&D and NPD staff as well as manage all external collaborative scientific partnerships.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

To be successful in your application to this exciting opportunity as the Head of Biopolymer Product Development we are looking to identify the following on your profile and past history:

1. Relevant PhD in Biobased Polymer Materials Science or Chemistry preferably with experience of chitin or chitosan-based materials and applications.

2. Proven industry experience and track record in developing commercially viable products gained within a manufacturing environment such as packaging, cosmetics, medical devices, or pharmaceuticals.

3. A natural preference for team-working in fast-paced challenging environments and a desire to grow with the business and having direct influence over its future and enhancing and leveraging the company's vision.


Key Words: Head of Product Development | Biopolymer | Biobased Polymer Materials Science | Biotechnology | Sustainable | Life Science | Chemistry

Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd (HRS) is an Equal Opportunities employer who are certified by Investors in People for talent development. We therefore welcome applications for any interested parties who fulfil the role requirements for this position. HRS is a company exclusively supporting the science and technology sectors, and is made up of a collaboration of recruitment professionals and scientists. We look forward to helping you with your next career moves.