Principal Specialist, International Research & Development Scientist

Job description

The role expands Ma’aden’s access to global innovation, emerging technologies, and strategic research capabilities to accelerate sustainable growth and operational excellence. It connects Ma’aden with leading research institutions, technology developers, startups, mining organizations, and innovation ecosystems to identify measurable opportunities. The role strengthens the innovation pipeline by converting external research into scalable solutions that improve resource recovery, exploration performance, process efficiency, environmental outcomes, and productivity. It builds a globally connected innovation network and advances technology commercialization to reinforce Ma’aden’s position as a leading mining and minerals organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Metallurgy, Mineral Processing, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Geoscience, or related field
• Master's degree preferred
• 10–15 years experience in mining, mineral processing, technology development, innovation, strategic partnerships, or business development
• demonstrated experience collaborating with international universities, research institutions, technology companies, startups, or innovation ecosystems
• proven experience evaluating, developing, and advancing technologies from concept to commercialization or deployment
• strong international network in mining, sustainability, and technology innovation sectors
• knowledge of technology scouting and due diligence
• expertise in mining innovation and technology commercialization
• experience in research program design and experimental validation
• strategic technology assessment skills
• business case development experience
• strategic thinking and opportunity prioritization
• value realization and commercial assessment
• technology deployment and adoption expertise
• global partnership development
• stakeholder engagement and influence
• cross‑functional collaboration
• open innovation management

Skills