Glass-Technology

Consultant/Subject Matter Expert - Niobium Glass Development

Consult GroupUnited StatesJusqu'au 2 novembre 2026

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2 novembre 2026

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Our client is the world's leading producer and supplier of niobium products, driving innovation across sectors including mobility, energy, construction, and advanced materials. Headquartered in Brazil and operating globally, our client's mission is to unlock the full potential of niobium to enable technological advancements that make modern life more efficient, sustainable, and connected. As part of its strategic expansion, our client is advancing its work in niobium-containing glass, a growing field where niobium enhances the optical, dielectric, and radiation-shielding properties of glass, as well as its performance in energy storage and electronic applications. ROLE OVERVIEW Or client seeks to appoint an External Consultant with deep expertise in glass development and manufacturing technologies, particularly in high-performance and specialty glass formulations. The Consultant will serve as a technical authority supporting their internal teams in advancing niobium glass technology, supporting R&D, market development, and strategic collaborations with industrial and academic partners. This is a consultative role designed for an individual with significant scientific and industrial experience in glass technology. The Consultant will contribute technical expertise to white papers, technical communications, customer collaborations, and new product development initiatives. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Technical Expertise & Advisory Provide authoritative guidance on glass formulation design, including the incorporation of niobium oxide and related compounds. Advise on manufacturing routes, melting technologies, and processing methods for specialty and optical glasses. Evaluate and recommend process parameters, raw material selections, and production optimizations to enhance performance and cost efficiency. Research & Development Support Support ongoing and future R&D projects focused on niobium-containing glasses for optical, dielectric, radiation shielding, or energy applicati

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