Research Officer

Fresher - The job require to define and carry out Research and development program on problems of diverse scope while providing subject matter expertise in glass science so as to explore and develop innovative technologies to deliver new products, process and solutions.
Key Responsibility
Highly independent technical engineer requiring minimum supervision. Interact regularly with engineering/scientist peers as well as the other engineering functional groups to understands and commits to overall task level goals & project level schedules.
Provides and develops knowledge of glass material, surfaces, and processes.
Provides leadership in problem solving, and technical expertise, to ensure timely implementation of solutions.
Analyzes and studies the chemical and physical properties of inorganic materials to determine their use or application to various products.
Conducts experiments related to identifying new chemical substances and their characteristics and researches new methods of processing.
Conducts exploratory research to produce new knowledge and potential products; conceives, organizes, promotes, and executes ideas and plans to increase chemistry,s roles in and contribution to the discovery to meet exploratory objectives in product discovery.
Develops research proposal to provide a technically economically sound basis for developing and evaluating new technologies.
Reports progress of research work and significance of the results. Recommends utilization of the results for changes in the scope of work.
Exercises judgment within generally defined practices and policies in -ing methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
Documents material and/or process to protect and contribute to Intellectual Property improvements. Maintains knowledge of the latest developments in their area of expertise in order to identify and document any intellectual property developed.

Qualification/requirement
Ph.D. Material Science or Glass Science or Chemistry, with a background in surface science and/or glass science.
Knowledge & Skills
Required Skills :( These are skills that candidates MUST possess)
Technical knowledge in glass material (surface and bulk) science and hands-on laboratory experience
Ability to further develop and lead technical area of expertise.
Ability to collaborate across organizational boundaries
Ability to learn new technical area to broaden knowledge and technical contribution
Ability to define and solve technical problems.
Desired Skills (These are skills that would be nice for candidates to possess)
Expertise and experience in material science and surface science with preference for silica material
Demonstrated ability to define and solve problems, implement solutions to improve product or process
Demonstrated ability to deliver new products &/or process
Proficient in use of statistical data analysis and DOE in process problem solving
Creative/innovative, analytical skills
Soft Skills: (Communication/Team/Leadership)
Effective presentation and technical writing skills
Self starter, demonstrated ability to initiate technical work Ability to work in a team setting
Effective in managing time and multiple priorities
Adaptable/flexible to work in projects of various topics or at various stages
HOW TO APPLY
Please read the main responsibilities and knowledge skills section of the role description before you apply. You can send your CV together with covering letter to apply for this position.
Important: Please include your contact number and reference number of position you are applying in the Covering letter or CV.
Your CV and covering letter should clearly demonstrate how you meet requested knowledge and skills to be successful in this position. Any relevant work experience should also be included in the CV.
You can send your CV & covering letter to Dapinder Brar, Deputy Manager – HR at dapinder.brar@sterlite.com
If you wish to discuss this position and need further information you can email Dr. H.R Sahu, Chief Manager – IP and product development at Hr.sahu@sterlite.com
Application Deadline date: 18 June 2010
Short-listing Date: 22 June 2010
Interview Date: To be confirmed, telephonic interview for short listed candidates
Note: Candidates who are not shortlisted will not be contacted but we would be able to give feedback to candidates if requested specifically. To get feedback, please contact Dapinder Brar, Deputy Manager – HR at dapinder.brar@sterlite.com

Sterlite Technologies limited is a leading global provider of transmission solutions for power and telecom industries. It is among the top 3 global manufacturers of power conductors and among the top 5 global manufacturers of optical fibers and cables.

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