JOB PURPOSE:

The Research Scientist in ADNOC Research and Innovation Center (ADRIC) will be responsible for managing the research activities including the below:

• Identify and own technical challenges, R&D and technology strategies specifically focused on investment opportunities, cost, and business impact.
• Build and execute a forward-looking and granular R&D strategy to be embedded in the ADNOC Technology Roadmap.
• Manage Research, technology development, proof of concept and lab-scale pilot projects and the Intellectual Property (IP) portfolio
• Ensure systemic integration and wide deployment of research findings and qualified solutions, to support ADNOC\xe2\x80\x99s business growth and sustainability.
• Develop a network of academic and industrial partners to build well focused research capability and talent within ADRIC and liaise with Stakeholders across AGCs and potential ADRIC customers.
• Contributing to development and growth of ADRIC catalogue of services.
• Create scopes of work and technical content, and provide technical authority for all ADRIC stakeholders
• Create and curate improvement plans for ADNOC R&D workflows / processes.
• Manage research and technical services quality in assigned discipline

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Research

• Identify and screen technical challenges with detailed analysis on investment required and business impact.
• Evaluate AGCs partners technical capabilities, including academic institutions, shareholders, and service companies, to execute Technology activities/projects.
• Collate and curate these in a transparent prioritization, taking account of Group Technology - ADRIC priorities and ADNOC\xe2\x80\x99s corporate Risk Assessment Matrix.
• Develop Research and Technology Development proposals addressing Group Company technical challenges
• Technically evaluate third-party, vendor and academic proposals.
• Manage the project portfolio to demonstrate value and assure anticipated Return-on-Investment (RoI).
• Technically steer activities in collaboration with the discipline technical groups and stakeholders.
• Manage the projects to ensure timely execution within the agreed scope and budget.
• Maintain the team project management dashboard, smart objectives and clear KPIs.
• Work with stakeholders to ensure systematic Integration and deployment of R&D findings and drive these into ADNOC\'s operations.
• Organize, conduct, and lead technical workshops that will elevate technical competence across the AGCs and nurture an innovation culture.

Technology

• Develop technical content and regularly update the technology roadmap in collaboration with the relevant technical teams and stakeholders.
• Scout for new and emerging technologies for improvements and availability
• Act as ADRIC technical authority for all shareholders, partners, academic institutions, Technology developers and providers related to assigned discipline.

PhD scholars and Local Development Function

• Technically Mentor ADNOC PhD scholar\xe2\x80\x99s progress as needed
• Ensure technical alignment of ADNOC PhD scholars research work
• Technically develop UAE nationals through coaching and shadowing programs
• Attract young UAE nationals to participate in R&D activities

Business Development

• Develop R&D discipline strategy to be embedded in the ADNOC technology roadmap
• Conduct projects business reviews, Net Present Value (NPV) and RoI analysis as requested.
• Continuously review ADNOC workflows/processes and propose improvement plans.

Intellectual Property

• Review patent and invention disclosure applications and ensure its technical soundness.
• Review related publication authorization requests and ensure its technical soundness.
• Asses the IP portfolio to demonstrate value, and potential for commercialization.

Others

• Comply with relevant HSE policies, procedures, controls, applicable legislation, and sustainability guidelines in line with international standards, best practices and ADNOC Code of Practices.
• Perform other similar duties as assigned.
• Plan, supervise and coordinate all activities in the assigned area to meet functional objectives.
• Train and develop the assigned staff on relevant skills to enable them to become proficient on the job and deliver the respective business objectives.
• Provide input for preparation of the Function / Division / Department / Section budgets, assist in the implementation of the approved Budget, and work plans to deliver business objectives.
• Investigate and highlight any significant variances to support effective performance and cost control.
• Implement approved Function/ Division/ Department/ Section policies, processes, systems, standards, and procedures in order to support execution of the work programs in line with Company and International standards.
• Contribute to the achievement of the approved Performance Objectives for the Function/ Division / Department/ Section in line with the Company Performance framework.
• Design and implement new tools and techniques to improve the quality and efficiency of operational processes.
• Identify improvements in internal processes against best practices in pursuit of greater efficiency in line with best industry standards in order to define intelligent solutions for issues confronting the function.
• Provide inputs to prepare presentations and progress reports for Company Management.

COMMUNICATIONS & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

• Regular contacts with concerned Team Leader, Manager, and peer staff on work related matters.
• Frequent contact with ADNOC stakeholders and business lines
• Frequent contact with Shareholders
• Frequent contact with the International Operating Companies (IOCs), National Operating Companies (NOCs), Service companies, Technology Providers, academic institutions and research institutions.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Minimum Qualification

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s Degree in Engineering or equivalent materials science

Minimum Experience & Knowledge & Skills

• 10 years of experience in progressive research and development technologies in the assigned discipline with global Oil & gas companies or engineering service providers
• Critical strategic thinker, ability to initiate, develop and implement new strategies and processes.
• Thorough knowledge of oil and gas operations and processing, production engineering principles and project management.
• Demonstrable experience in the development and application of new technologies related to the assigned discipline within oil & gas industry.
• Fully understands and actively promotes the use of Research Governance and Management systems. Explores their strategic use in supporting the management of research activity and reporting metrics.
• Applies proactive commercial insight to delivery of Research and Technology in the organisation.
• Proven experience in alliance/ partnership excellence and cross-functional management skills.
• Ability to assess issues/ risks and effectively implement remediation measures.
• Very good knowledge of the international standards, specification, and evolving technologies to identify and appropriate them for Company\xe2\x80\x99s business and operations.
• Good innovative thinker to evaluate the identified Technology need and execute the research through the appropriate institution.
• Diverse background in multiple scientific disciplines and strong analytical skills. Ability to gather, analyse, restructure, identify and create original insights from qualitative or quantitative data.
• Expertise in non-metallic materials is highly desirable.
• Proven record of excellent negotiation skills, passion for customers and ability to work collaboratively with a dedicated specialist group focused on innovation.
• Excellent communication skills, demonstrate ability to work effectively in cross-cultural environments and to communicate across all levels of organization at ADNOC, the AGCs and external entities.
• Experience in writing scientific and technical documents.
• Ability to understand contractual agreement structure, terms and obligations and be able to translate the terms for management information.
• Proven competence for meeting deadlines, multi-tasking, and manager work under ambiguity.
• Aspiration to constantly learn and improve in par with the advancement in technologies.
• Can provide advice on, source and/or deliver training on good research practice.
• Sound knowledge of HSE principles and their application relevant to Oil & Gas Industry.

Professional Certifications Preferred

• Chartered Engineer
• Master\xe2\x80\x99s Degree in Engineering
• PhD in Engineering discipline

Professional Certification in Project Management

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