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Michael Scuderi

Norwood,MA

Summary

Seasoned Director of Research and Development with a proven track record at Sika Corporation, excelling in innovation management and cross-functional teamwork. Spearheaded product development initiatives, driving a 30% increase in market share. Skilled in intellectual property management and staff mentoring, adept at transforming challenges into lucrative opportunities.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Research and Development

Sika Corporation
Canton, MA
11.2014 - Current
  • Collaborate with other departments to ensure successful integration of new products into production processes
  • Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior researchers
  • Present findings from laboratory studies at industry events
  • Advise senior management on best practices regarding intellectual property rights
  • Ensure that all personnel adhere to corporate policies when handling confidential information
  • Monitor progress on various research projects, and adjust resources as needed
  • Build relationships with stakeholders, key partners, and cross-divisional R&D leaders to implement road map and deliver on current projects
  • Provide leadership, insight, and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs
  • Recruit and trained new employees to meet job requirements
  • Interview prospective employees and provide input to HR on hiring decisions
  • Hold regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback
  • Evaluate individual and team business performance and identify opportunities for improvement
  • Create and manage budgets for travel, training, and team-building activities
  • Delegate work to staff, setting priorities and goals
  • Developed research strategies to identify new opportunities for product innovation.
  • Directed the design and implementation of experiments to test hypotheses related to product development.
  • Managed a team of scientists, engineers, and technicians in conducting complex research projects.

Research and Development Manager

Interpolymer Corporation
Canton, MA
10.2007 - 11.2014
  • Managed the design process from concept through completion for all assigned projects
  • Created detailed project plans outlining timelines, milestones, deliverables, resources, budgets, and risks associated with each initiative
  • Provided leadership support to team members by offering guidance on complex tasks or assignments when needed
  • Presented reports at executive level meetings summarizing progress on key projects and initiatives
  • Coordinated activities of R&D team to meet agreed department and project deliverables for active projects
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to gain alignment and move initiatives from product ideas to commercialization
  • Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities
  • Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement
  • Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements
  • Reviewed prototypes of products prior to launch ensuring they met quality standards

Research and Development Chemist

3m
Rockland, MA
10.2005 - 10.2007
  • Developed, tested and optimized new chemical formulations to meet customer requirements
  • Conducted experiments using advanced laboratory techniques such as chromatography and spectroscopy
  • Designed and implemented protocols for research projects in collaboration with other scientists
  • Compiled data from experiments, analyzed results and prepared technical reports summarizing findings
  • Studied the physical properties of organic compounds to develop improved synthesis methods
  • Investigated existing processes and proposed improvements in reaction time, yields or other parameters
  • Monitored environmental conditions during production runs to identify potential process problems
  • Formulated innovative solutions to resolve complex scientific issues in a timely manner
  • Troubleshot equipment malfunctions and performed preventative maintenance when needed
  • Maintained accurate records of experimental work including laboratory notebooks, data sheets and reports
  • Attended conferences, seminars and workshops related to research topics of interest
  • Made decisions and executed changes based on process data, quality checks and test results to keep products at target and within specifications
  • Formulated and tested product functionality to meet specified requirements and long-term success
  • Induced chemical reactions using mixtures and catalysts and recorded test results
  • Prepared samples for evaluation by customers or external laboratories according to established procedures
  • Provided technical support to manufacturing operations regarding product development activities
  • Evaluated competitive products for their performance characteristics in comparison to company products

Education

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

University of Massachusetts
05.1995

Skills

  • Innovation management
  • Cross-Functional Teamwork
  • Technical leadership
  • Project Planning
  • Business Development
  • Staff Management
  • Budget Management
  • Staff Training
  • Strategic Planning
  • Team building
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Resource Allocation
  • Employee Coaching and Mentoring
  • Product Development
  • Intellectual property management

Certification

Project Management Professional

References

References available upon request.

Languages

  • Spanish, Limited
  • German, Limited

Timeline

Director of Research and Development

Sika Corporation
11.2014 - Current

Research and Development Manager

Interpolymer Corporation
10.2007 - 11.2014

Research and Development Chemist

3m
10.2005 - 10.2007

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

University of Massachusetts

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