❗ VACANCY! Head of R&D (Mining and Metallurgical Complex, Kazakhstan)

We are looking for a leader who can turn scientific developments into real production results. This is a role at the intersection of science, technology, and industry: from idea — to implementation and economic effect.

Role Objective To build and manage an R&D system that delivers measurable business results: cost reduction, efficiency increase, new technology implementation.

Responsibilities — Manage the full R&D cycle: initiative → pilot → implementation — Manage a project portfolio (mining, beneficiation, metallurgy) — Work with production: identify bottlenecks and implement solutions — Implement Lean / process optimization tools — Manage contractors, research institutes, and contracts — Ensure economic effect (ROI, cost reduction) — Build intellectual property and commercialization processes — Form and develop a team

Requirements — 5+ years of experience in the mining and metallurgical complex — Proven experience in implementing R&D in industry (mandatory) — Experience in R&D / scientific environment — Project and team management experience — Fluent English (mandatory)

Will be an advantage — PhD / Candidate of Sciences — Experience working with universities and research centers — Lean / Kaizen — Experience working with contractors and contracts

Important! We are considering candidates who have not just been involved in research, but have implemented solutions in production and achieved results. If you are interested in a role where you can influence the technological development and economics of a large industrial business — let's discuss.

📩 Open to dialogue and recommendations of strong candidates

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