**Job Description:** The Fiep System is also synonymous with Innovation and Technology. We deliver solutions addressing current and future needs, promoting initiatives that stimulate innovative thinking. If you wish to contribute to our purpose of transforming Paraná into the best place for industry in Brazil, this position could be yours! What is the position? Supervisor STI (Materials Intelligence) – RP 18236, Fiep System (Fiep, Sesi, Senai, and IEL) What are the challenges and key responsibilities? Ensure high-quality execution of service provision contracts and cooperation agreements (applied research projects for industry) within the Materials Intelligence area. Forecast and control resources required for the Institute’s activities to ensure service quality and achievement of targets through business performance monitoring, considering the competencies of the Materials Intelligence area and market demands. Monitor and ensure achievement of results and goals agreed upon with senior management, maintaining the financial sustainability of operations. Monitor and structure indicator data to be used in operational planning. Maintain appropriate project management processes focused on delivery quality and accurate accounting of resources utilized. Manage the ISI Electrochemistry Materials Intelligence team, including periodic feedback and competency monitoring, aiming to engage the team toward shared objectives and sustain a high-performance team. Define market strategies for the Institute’s Materials Intelligence area through objectives and targets, aiming for sustainable business development. **Oversee services in the portfolio of:** research, development, and innovation; metrological services; technology consulting; and specialized technical services related to the Materials Intelligence area. Promote coordination with the technical team for execution, monitoring, evaluation, and identification of opportunities for improvement in Research, Development, and Innovation processes. Develop, implement, and monitor the planning and budgeting process, as well as analysis of variables, scenarios, trends, and outcomes. Represent the organization before clients, suppliers, official bodies, business representation and development agencies, social support entities, and/or external forums related to the area of expertise. Technically, administratively, and financially manage the Materials Intelligence project portfolio. Work systematically in strategic processes to define methods and procedures, considering new activities and situations. Occasionally, provide guidance on procedures and solutions to technical issues within the area of expertise. Monitor negotiations regarding deadlines and conditions with interfacing departments, identifying points requiring attention, alerts, and potential problems. Monitor resource prospecting strategies, ensuring management and guidance of researchers during negotiations with potential clients, aiming to strengthen and foster closer ties between the Senai Network of Institutes of Technology and Innovation—focused on Paraná’s and Brazil’s industries. Ensure identification of potential opportunities and markets through mapping national funding sources and tracking market trends, aiming to consolidate and expand engagement with industrial sectors in Paraná and Brazil. Engage with the Senai Regional Department and funding agencies via formal communications and specific project management and monitoring platforms, aiming to secure project approvals, proper accountability, resource acquisition, and compliance with funding program agreements and rules. Define internal communication and marketing requirements related to technology and innovation businesses, planning and validating the creation of promotional materials for innovation calls, project case studies, service portfolios, and strategic events—aiming to ensure visibility, expansion, and growth of businesses. **Requirements:** **Interested? Then verify whether you meet the requirements below:** Completed undergraduate degree. Preferred fields: Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Materials Engineering, Energy Engineering, Bioprocess Engineering and/or Biotechnology, or related areas; Experience in applied research; Master’s and/or Doctorate degree in Chemistry and/or Sciences preferred; MBA/specialization in project management, or training related to project planning and management preferred; Knowledge of synthesis, characterization, and application of novel materials; Knowledge of electrochemistry, corrosion, and surface modification; Knowledge of biomaterials; Knowledge of smart coatings; Prior experience in people management/leadership preferred; Knowledge of synthesis, characterization, and application of novel materials preferred; Knowledge of electrochemistry, corrosion, and surface modification preferred; Knowledge of biomaterials preferred; Knowledge of smart coatings preferred; Knowledge of industrial electrochemical processes preferred; Experience managing applied research projects and delivering accountability reports under funding programs such as: ANEEL, ANP, FINEP, EMBRAPII, CATI, SENAI Industry Innovation Call, international calls, National FAPs, ROTA 2030 preferred; Experience in negotiation techniques, innovation and knowledge management, and agile project management preferred; Intermediate Microsoft Office package preferred; Intermediate English language proficiency preferred; Willingness to travel. Internal candidates must meet eligibility criteria PL 0031 (4.2.3). **Learn more about some details of this opportunity:** **Work location:** Campus da Indústria (Address: Av. Comendador Franco, 1.341, Jd. Botânico – Curitiba/PR) In case of Reassignment, other locations may be considered: **Senai – Headquarters (Address:** Avenida Cândido de Abreu, 200 – Centro Cívico – Curitiba/PR) CIC – Rua Senador Accioly Filho, 298, Cidade Industrial Rua Padre Leonardo Nunes, 180 – Portão Rua Dr. Heleno da Silveira, 351 – Boqueirão Av. Rui Barbosa, 5881 – Afonso Pena – São José dos Pinhais/PR **Working hours:** Monday to Friday, 08:30–12:00 and 13:00–17:30 – 40 hours per week In case of reassignment, alternative working hours may be considered at the approved candidate’s discretion. **Contract type:** Fixed-term CLT Review the stages of this selection process (all are eliminatory): HR Screening – Manager Screening – Knowledge Assessment (Case Study or Knowledge Test) – Submission of Supporting Documents – HR Interview – Validation Interview – Hiring. Interested? Apply now and good luck! Application deadline for this selection process is from 02/01/2026 to 08/01/2026. This position is also open to persons with disabilities (PCD) or rehabilitated individuals. This selection process remains valid for 24 months, during which approved candidates may be considered for new openings matching this same profile across Fiep System institutions (Fiep, Sesi, Senai, and IEL), according to ranking order. #LI-MM1 #LI-ONSITE