Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largestintegrated manufacturers of building materials and solutions withleading market positions in cement, aggregates, and ready-mixedconcrete. We are represented in more than 50 countries with around51,000 employees at almost 3,000 locations. At the centre of ouractions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the frontrunner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in thebuilding materials industry, we are working on sustainable buildingmaterials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunitiesfor our customers through digitalisation. For our Global Researchand Development department (GRD), we are looking for a ResearchScientist (f/m/d). The position is based in Leimen, nearHeidelberg, Germany, and reports to the position Team LeaderScientific Coordination. In the dynamic field of cementitiousmaterials and concrete technology, our focus is on advancingresearch and development through a multidisciplinary approach. Bycollaborating with universities and industry partners, we ensuretimely project delivery while fostering key competencies in cementdevelopment and durability assessment. Aufgaben YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE- Monitor research progress in cementitious materials and concretetechnology - Manage and support multidisciplinary R&D projects,focusing on the development of innovative binder systems andtechnologies; analyse data to identify new technology and productideas and improvements - Initiate, conduct, and coordinate internalprojects and in collaboration with universities and industrialpartners ensuring timely delivery and adherence to project goals -Develop key competencies and foundational technologies for cementdevelopment, concrete applications, durability assessment, and newtesting methods - Identify new opportunities and translate theminto viable R&D project proposals and product developments -Support group-wide knowledge management in cement chemistry andmineralogy - Train Heidelberg Materials staff in cement chemistryand mineralogy - Document all phases of research and development,including data collection, analysis, and interpretation; prepareand present detailed reports on project progress, findings, andoutcomes to higher management - Conduct special projects andassignments as per Heidelberg Materials' work plan or managementrequests - Develop patents for special, innovative binders andsupport patent activities as required by R&D management; mentorand coach less experienced employees, trainees, and students ProfilYOUR PROFILE - University degree in chemistry, mineralogy, materialscience or equivalent - At least 4 years of professional experiencein research & development or production of building materials -Demonstrated above-average creativity, curiosity, and flexibilityto handle challenging scientific tasks - Work experience in aforeign country as well as established network in Europeanuniversities is an advantage - Strong entrepreneurial thinking andaction - High social competence, excellent team spirit, andintercultural understanding - Sound project management skills (IPMALevel D) and demonstrated project experience - Strong experience inscientific writing and publishing - Very good English and goodGerman skills, additional language skills are an advantage -Willingness to travel abroad Wir bieten OUR OFFER We are convincedthat only those who successfully realize their personal goals canalso fully contribute professionally. That's why we offer youattractive benefits, such as: - Flexible working time models withup to 50% remote working within Germany - 30 vacation days plusadditional special vacation days - Attractive compensation withprofit share/bonus, Christmas, and vacation payment - Multiplelearning & development options: support of job-related furthertraining, various technical and leadership development programs -JobTicket, JobBike and further special conditions and discounts fore.g., gyms - Company fitness room, various sports classes, health,and prevention campaigns - Individual onboarding with buddy programas well as various networking initiatives (Network of Women,International Network etc.) - Modern working atmosphere as well asergonomic workplaces and height-adjustable desks - Canteen withdiscounted and healthy meals - Free parking - charging stations fore-bike and car ... and much more.