
The Research Manager is responsible for executing project strategies to deliver innovation and product development while managing technical governance and team capabilities. This role requires strong leadership and coordination skills across various teams.
The Research Manager will lead and manage small teams or projects aimed at driving breakthrough innovation, product development, and process improvements. This role involves taking accountability for project execution, technical governance, and developing team capabilities. The successful candidate will coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and monitor project progress while applying R&D frameworks and best practices to facilitate innovation.
Ph.D in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Material Science, Polymer Engineering, Material Engineering, Applied Chemistry or equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience
Minimum 6 years in leading and managing innovative and breakthrough research on new products and processes
Minimum 2 years’ experience in patent registration (local and international)
At least 2 successful projects commercialised
Hartalega has not disclosed the salary for this role. Research Manager positions in Selangor typically pay RM1,700–RM7,500 per month, based on the 60 comparable vacancies currently listed on SuperJobs.
This Research Manager position is based in Selangor, Malaysia. This role is fully on-site.
Hartalega is looking for Ph.D in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Material Science, Polymer Engineering, Material Engineering, Applied Chemistry or equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience; Minimum 6 years in leading and managing innovative and breakthrough research on new products and processes; Minimum 2 years’ experience in patent registration (local and international).
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Company
Hartalega
Location
Selangor
Salary
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Hartalega has not disclosed the salary for this role. Research Manager positions in Selangor typically pay RM1,700–RM7,500 per month, based on the 60 comparable vacancies currently listed on SuperJobs.
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