(CEN) R&D BINDER TECHNOLOGY RESEARCHER

Job Description

Development of innovative Cement and Binder systems, leading R&D projects in the field of binder technology focused on the reduction of the environmental impact.

Main Responsibilities

• Research of the state-of-the-art of binder technologies 
• Research and development of new chemistry binders.
• Preparation and characterization of raw materials, final products and emissions.
• Support in the calibration and maintenance of instrumentation and analytical equipment.
• Use of cement hydration simulation tools
• Development of new laboratory testing methods and their scaling. Knowledge about standards for laboratory tests (ASTM, ISO, EN, etc).

Position Challenges

• High level of complexity and integration
• Aggressive timelines
• Create synergies with other areas, facilitate collaboration.
• Adapt quickly to a multicultural team
• Continuous work with people from different geographies / schedules

Qualifications

Language:

• Good communication skills in English and Spanish. 

Background:

• Chemist or Material Science bachelor, preferable should have Master Science degree or higher degree in fields of Material Science.

Areas of expertise 

• Experience in Laboratory work, materials preparation, chemical and mineralogical characterization.
• Experience in research of patents, scientific literature, laboratory research, and writing research proposals. 
• Knowledge in design of experiments.
• Ideally, more than 2 years of professional experience in materials research activities 

Technical Skills required by role.

• Knowledge in inorganic chemistry with a focus on Portland cement Experience with analytical methods (XRF, DSC, TGA, IR), microscopy (Optical and SEM (Scanning Electron Microscope)), mineralogical analysis (XRD and Microscopy), material testing equipment and material modelling tools.
• Use of cement hydration simulation tools

Soft Skills

• Management, presentation skills, public speaking, self-motivated.
• Quick adaptation to multicultural group

Internal/External Relations

INTERNAL

• Global R&D Group, Global Operations and Technology Area, CEMEX Ventures, CEMEX Corporate Sustainability, CEMEX Business Units

EXTERNAL

• Research Institutes, Universities, Cement and Concrete Associations

CEMEX Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At CEMEX, we recognize the diversity of the world in which we live and in which we do business. We respect diversity, we address the inclusion and non-discrimination of any talented person, regardless of gender, physical ability, age, sexual orientation, culture, ethnicity, religion, political affiliation, marital status, pregnancy / maternity / paternity and nationality. We promote a culture of equity for the construction of a sustainable business and the well-being and development of CEMEX employees.