Head of Research and Innovation | Leiter Forschung und Innovation

Matplus GmbH

Wuppertal, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Aug 26, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This leadership role at Matplus GmbH, a leader in software solutions for material knowledge management, involves spearheading strategic innovation and research activities focused on material technology. The Head of Research and Innovation will manage multi-project R&D initiatives, from conception and application to successful implementation, and drive the practical translation of research into market-ready solutions. Reporting directly to the management, this individual will also represent research findings at conferences and client meetings. The ideal candidate possesses a PhD in natural or engineering sciences, extensive research experience in material technology with an IT/digitalization focus, and expertise in material data management and PLM processes. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of material science digitalization within a growing, independent company.

Required Skills

Education

University degree (e.g., Physics, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering) with a PhD in natural or engineering sciences

Experience

  • Several years of relevant professional experience in a research environment
  • Ideally, experience in projects with an IT and digitalization focus related to material technology

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Not specified