Manager: Research and Development at National Radioactive Waste Disposal Institute

Minimum Qualification

• The potential candidate for this position must possess at least a MSc degree in Science or Engineering, with a PhD as an advantageous qualification.

Minimum years relevant experience

• A minimum of 10 years of R&D experience.
• At least 6 years Managerial experience.

Minimum Requirements

• Develop and manage R&D projects
• Manage and oversee R&D department
• Develop new processes and technologies
• Develop and execute R&D strategies and plans

Key Areas of Responsibility

The appointed candidate will perform the following job activities:

• Manage the R&D team and ensure that policies and procedures are kept.
• Develop and execute R&D plans for waste management and disposal.
• Identify and report any technical issues found when evaluating technologies and products.
• Oversee research work, tests and analyses and assess how processes are
• Budget and forecast new research plans and developments
• Use creative skills and research knowledge to improve technologies and facilities for waste management and disposal.
• Attend conferences and present research topics.
• Collaborate with radioactive waste management organisations and research institutions on R&D on waste management and disposal.