Context for the role
- Superdielectrics Limited set out in 2013 to develop biocompatible, electrically conducting hydrophilic polymers which had the potential to be used in Bioelectronics.
- During their research and development programme, they noted that their materials exhibited very unusual electrical properties.
- These outstanding electrochemical properties could be exploited in the development of high energy density supercapacitors and batteries.
- The company’s goal is to develop high energy density, low cost, low environmental impact electrical energy storage devices that will help create a clean and sustainable global energy and transportation system.
Role
- Manage the R&D activity of the company, which currently comprises a research team of mostly postdoctoral scientists and a development team of mostly engineers, supported by laboratory technicians.
- Drive forward the technology development process (including cell fabrication, stack optimisation, prototype development, technology demonstration, field trials and product development).
- Align and co-ordinate R&D innovations with the company’s business goal.
- Help steer the expansion of the staff resource and the technical facilities to meet the company’s future objectives.
Skills
- A dynamic competent manager who is familiar with supervising high quality science and engineering personnel in an innovative technology development environment.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Excellent people skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
Qualifications
- PhD
- Chartered engineer preferred.
- Well established management expertise in two or more of the following areas: electrochemical systems, materials science, chemical engineering, electrical engineering.
Experience
- 10+ years experience in engineering or applied science R&D.
- 5+ years experience in an R&D management role, either for an SME or the innovation division of a large company.
- Previous experience of developing electrical energy storage technologies is desirable, but not essential.