KTP Associate in Product Innovation & Market Strategy

Contract: Full-Time (35 hours per week), Fixed Term (36 months)

Role Description

Are you a creative and driven individual ready to shape the future of sustainable building materials?

The successful candidate will secure a 36-month collaborative Knowledge Transfer Project (KTP) position. The Associate will learn about innovative materials and manufacturing methods from experts at Heriot-Watt University, before leading a project that considers an optimal approach for Warmhouse Ltd to develop an innovative product, from concept to practical development, including IP protection.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan and manage the activity of the project in line with the identified workplan. Produce a budget and risk register.
• Lead the development, analysis and interpretation of research data, and develop required outputs drawn from the research findings including; 
  • Technical specifications for new innovate materials 
  • A comprehensive IP protection strategy
  • Detailed reports on product testing 
• Develop and agree a route map for the development of the product including testing regimes, manufacture process, logistics and marketing strategy 
• Test prototypes and establish a testing campaign for the products, including required and desirable parameters, and report on outcomes to key Heriot-Watt and Warmhouse staff
• Support the commercialisation process by identifying and engaging with potential customers and stakeholders for live product testing
• Create a robust knowledge transfer framework to embed new expertise in materials science and market strategy within the Warmhouse team
• Contribute to the preparation of academic and commercial papers, as well as presentations for conferences and industry events  
• Actively participate in the activities of the wider business as a full member of the Warmhouse Team. 

Education, Qualifications and Experience 

Essential

• A degree (minimum 2:1) in a relevant subject area such as Material Science, Engineering or a related field
• Written communication skills with experience of using data to build reports/articles/presentations.
• Verbal communication skills with experience of workshops/engaging stakeholders/giving oral presentations. An active listener and challenging questioner.
• Effective teamwork and interpersonal skills – understanding of roles, coordination, empathy and organisational citizenship.
• Experience of leading a project and working within defined budgets and timelines. 
• IT skills including being Excel literate and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word. Powerpoint
• Great organisational skills, with a high-level of attention to detail.
• The candidate must be a creative problem solver with a strong capacity for self-motivation and independent work.
• Empathetic, with a genuine commitment to the success of the project.
• Ability to manage and prioritise a demanding workload, with strong time management skills. 

For all criteria, further details and how to apply:

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