Research Specialist

**Research Specialist**
**We are RHI Magnesita The force that moves the refractory industry.**
We are the global leader in high-quality refractory products, systems and services, indispensable for industrial processes with temperatures above 1,200°C (such as in the steel, cement, non-ferrous metals and glass industries, among others). We have more than 13 thousand employees, 35 main production units and more than 70 commercial offices to serve more than 10 thousand customers in 40 countries.
**Our way of being**
To deliver the best performance to customers, we have a highly qualified, engaged and collaborative team to put our innovative technologies into practice. That's why we give so much importance to our people, seeking to attract and retain talent and encouraging a leadership style that encourages openness, new ideas and the execution of different initiatives. We believe that acting in a practical, positive and integrated way makes teams more stronger and brings better results.
**Diversity and Inclusion** are also a priority, as we believe they bring wealth to discussions and solutions. Therefore, our opportunities are focused on the technical and behavioral profile of professionals, encouraging the participation of everyone, regardless of gender, race, sexual orientation, disability or any other manifestation of diversity.
**Discover the opportunity**
Activities:
- Develop research projects on CCUS for RHIM raw materials plants.
- Manage research projects to assess refractories recycling processing technologies.
- Coordinate partnerships with start-ups and universities across the globe.
- Identify opportunities for technology developments by RHIM plants and suppliers visits, interdepartmental discussions and literature search.
- Definition and management of scope, tasks and schedule from project portfolio.
- Set-up, management and analysis of lab and field trials.
- Autonomy to make technical decisions and pivot on the project development.
- Develop close collaboration within the R&D team and related departments.
Important information about the position:
- Workplace: Contagem-MG
- Working Hours: Monday to Friday, from 8am to 5pm
- Type of Work: Presencial
- Type of Contract: Permanent
- Availability to travel
Required knowledge and skills:
- Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in materials, chemical, metallurgy or mining engineering.
- Professional experience in research of sustainable industrial processes.
- Ability to manage projects independently, taking care over an extensive portfolio.
- Fluent English.
- Intercultural work experience is an advantage.
- Knowledge on innovation agile methods is an advantage.
- Experience with CCUS processes is an advantage.
Check out the benefits we offer:
- Medical Assistance
- Dental Assistance
- Pharmacy Assistance
- Life Insurance
- Private Pension
- Basic Food Basket or Food Card
- Meal at the Company
- Gas Ticket
- Parking
- Annual Bonus
- Gympass
- Financial Cooperative
- Maternity Leave 6 Months
- Paternity leave 20 Days
- Program „Pleno Apoio“
- Day off on Birthday

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