Senior Scientist
Pubblicato il 01-09-2026 - Tenova in Bardi
Job description
We are looking for a Senior Scientist to lead and develop innovative solutions for the circular economy in the steel industry, supporting the company's strategy for sustainable products, processes and services.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and assess innovative process concepts for:
by-product and slag valorization;
integration of steelmaking by-products into downstream sectors such as cement and construction;
reduction of CO2 footprint;
optimization of energy and material flows across the steel value chain.
Contribute to EU-funded projects, including RFCS, Horizon Europe and Clean Steel Partnership, through proposal preparation, technical coordination, reporting and dissemination.
Lead modelling and assessment activities, including Life Cycle Assessment, carbon accounting and environmental KPIs.
Collaborate with industrial partners, research centres, universities, technology providers and other stakeholders.
Support pilot and demonstration activities.
Contribute to strategic roadmaps on circular economy and decarbonization in the steel sector.
Monitor R&D; and innovation trends in the area of competence.
Promote cooperation with RTOs, universities, associations and the technical-scientific community.
What we ask for
PhD or equivalent experience in Metallurgy, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Energy Engineering or related fields.
Experience in hard-to-abate industrial processes, by-products management, recycling value chains and circular economy technologies.
Innovation-oriented mindset with focus on industrial deployment.
Expertise in slag valorization,
with particular focus on applications in the cement and construction sectors,
Proven experience in EU R&D; projects, preferably RFCS or Horizon Europe.
Familiarity with LCA tools and environmental impact modelling
Excellent communication skills, both technical and executive.
Fluent in English (written and spoken), with the ability to operate in international environments and contribute to technical and executive-level communication
Additional experience in one or more of the following areas would be an advantage
Experience in metal sector processes.
Physical chemistry applied to metallurgical processes, including thermodynamics, kinetics and transport phenomena.
Process and flowsheet modelling, including material and energy flow analysis and process simulation.
EU policy and regulatory frameworks, including the Green Deal and ETS.
What we offer
The opportunity to develop innovative solutions with a direct impact on business performance
A dynamic and international environment where ideas are valued and innovation is encouraged
Continuous learning opportunities through training, exposure to new technologies and cross-functional collaboration.
Hybrid working model according to company policy and role requirements
Performance Management through an annual appraisal and development process
Company canteen available on site
Supplementary healthcare coverage
Well-being initiatives to support employees
For the position, the starting gross annual salary will be from € ******, with the final offer determined based on the candidate's seniority, experience, and skills, as well as the outcome of the selection process.
Workplace: Castellanza (VA)
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