Scientific Director for a new start-up company

21/08/2009

Description

The Nanoscience Cooperative Research Center CIC nanoGUNE Consolider (www.nanogune.eu) invites applications and nominations for the position of Scientific Director of a new start-up company that is being launched as a joint venture of private investors and CIC nanoGUNE Consolider. The company is located in San Sebastian, Basque Country (Spain), with the mission of developing graphene- based process and product technology as well as conducting related research activities.

The Scientific Director will be responsible for the design and management of the company’s R&D strategy, the build-up and operation of its research laboratory and team, which will be based at the nanoGUNE facilities, as well as the development of a high-impact IP portfolio. The Scientific Director will also manage the coordination of the company’s activities, which will utilize nanoGUNE´s state-of-the-art research infrastructure for nanoscience and nanotechnology.

Requirements

Candidates should have an outstanding track record in research and technology or process development, with a preferred expertise in the field of thin-film or nano-materials growth and related areas of surface science, the ability to lead and manage a research team and build-up a world class research operation, as well as substantial experience with IP related issues. Proficency in spoken and written English is compulsory; knowledge of Spanish is not a requirement.

Applicants should forward their CV and a list of at least three references to:
director@nanogune.eu

Closing date: 30 September 2009