The Global R&D department is a core team inside Cemex Innovation Holding based in Switzerland. The aim of the team involves research and development of new products and solutions for the different challenges Cemex has as a key global player in the construction industry as well as specialized technical troubleshooting for all Cemex operations, mainly Cement, Concrete, Aggregates and Admixtures. The position envisions work in 2 basic projects and areas:

• development of technologies and materials to fix CO₂ coming from cement industry (60%).
• determining efficiencies and assessing the materials and technologies that are viable for scaling up with the use of analytical equipment (XRF, XRD, ICP, GC-MS, TGA, FTIR)

• Assess and develop technologies to use and fixate CO₂ in diverse materials.
• Work on environmental management and sustainability initiatives, developing methods to reduce emissions and improving waste management.
• Support the diverse characterization activities performed in the Global R&D laboratory.
• Troubleshoot when issues or challenges arise during the production of cement or concrete casting process; diagnose problems; and implement solutions to maintain the quality of the concrete.
• Innovate and find new ways to improve cement production, develop alternative materials, or enhance sustainability.
• Conduct tests and analysis to ensure that the cement product meets the required specifications and standards.

• Knowledge of spoken and written English at least B2 level,
• Student status/ PhD student status,
• Education in the field of Chemical Engineering, Nanotechnology, etc.,
• Ability to work in diverse teams,
• Documents required for application: Personal CV, personal letter of motivation,
• Documents nice to have: professor’s letter of recommendation, validation of English fluency.

• Monthly salary,
• Assistance with accommodation upon arrival in Switzerland,
• 2 weeks vacations per every six months,
• The student can use the topic of his research internship experience to write his thesis after the conclusion of his internship and together with his thesis advisors, can also publish an article on a refereed journal,
• Development of your technical and soft skills through mentoring and feedback,
• Enhancement of your resume and portfolio with real-world projects and achievements.