Company Description

As Head of the Product Competence Department, you will be responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of an interdisciplinary team focused on the application and further development of analytical measurement technology, and you will manage the application laboratory. You will further develop the application portfolio for our products and provide innovative input for product development. In addition, you will oversee the validation of new and existing devices and coordinate application-specific support for Sales, R&D, and Service.

Job Description

You will provide technical and managerial leadership to the 6-member Product Competence Team
As laboratory manager, you will coordinate all activities in the application laboratory
You will actively participate in the innovation process and drive the further development of our products
You will further develop the application portfolios in collaboration with Product Management
You will serve as the point of contact for application support and customer inquiries and provide advice on applications and measurements using our products
You will coordinate measurements of customer samples, validations, and software tests, as well as editorial work, publications, and training for the sales team
You will participate in development projects as a representative of the customer’s perspective
You will serve on national and international standards committees and oversee participation in interlaboratory tests
You will occasionally visit our customers worldwide

Qualifications

You have a degree in chemistry, biochemistry, food technology, materials science, or a related field
You have several years of experience in personnel management, laboratory management, and administrative tasks
You have in-depth knowledge of analytical measurement techniques
You have experience in the statistical analysis of test results and in verifying the performance of measuring instruments according to defined requirements
You are meticulous in your work and demonstrate a strong sense of responsibility
You are highly customer-oriented and possess strong communication and presentation skills
You have a good command of written and spoken German and English

Additional Information

A varied role in a dynamic team
A secure, full-time, permanent position
A modern work environment and a well-equipped laboratory
Comprehensive onboarding by experienced colleagues
Family-friendly policies through flexible work schedules
Flat hierarchies and an open corporate culture
30 days of vacation
Vacation and Christmas bonuses
Eco-mobility allowance (you choose: company bike or public transportation subsidy)
Electric vehicle charging station right outside the door
On-site health care provided by our company physician
Cafeteria subsidy, free beverages, and a weekly fruit and vegetable day

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Anton Paar