Teissir Ben Ammar

R&D Engineer - Biomaterials & Nanotech

Teissir Ben Ammar

Teissir Ben Ammar

R&D Engineer - Biomaterials & Nanotech

R&D engineer in biomaterials and nanotechnology with graphene expertise, I turn innovation into groundbreaking solutions for healthcare and advanced materials.

Core business

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Skill development
Core business

Skill development

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  • Sets his professional goals to be ambitious yet realistic.
  • Identifies and develops means to enhance his employability throughout his career; manages his professional development.
  • Broadens and upgrades his skillset, personal qualities and achievements.
  • Uses his networks to expand his scope of competence.
  • Knows how to transfer his expertise to other fields of activity.
  • Realizes the necessarily international dimension of his career path.
  • Accepts input from a mentor or coach to benefit his professional development.
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Evaluation
Core business

Evaluation

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  • Evaluates the value of various documents concerning his field of expertise.

  • Is able to judge his own results in terms of both quality and added value.

  • Is willing to expose ideas to a critical audience; takes others’ opinions of his work into account.

  • Is willing to evaluate the work of other contributors and provides reasoned, realistic judgments of others’ work.

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Information management
Core business

Information management

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  • Knows how to review the state of the art (SOTA) in a scientific topic.

  • Makes efficient use of information-gathering methods, identifies pertinent resources, particularly bibliographic resources.

  • Masters web-based research (e.g., bibliographic databases, patent databases)

  • Knows how to judge the pertinence of information, critique sources and check source reliability.

  • Designs and implements information-gathering and management systems using suitable technology.

  • Addresses issues relating to the security and life cycle of data.

  • Seeks out support from experts in information and data management.

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Expertise and methods
Core business

Expertise and methods

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  • Masters the basic knowledge and key concepts of his field and knows their history and their significance.

  • Is familiar with recent progress in his field.

  • Can view his research activities within an international context.

  • Is familiar with the investigative methods and techniques of his field (including mathematics and statistics) and can explain why they are appropriate for a given purpose.

  • Is able to consider alternative methods and techniques.

  • Is able to formulate problems and hypotheses according to needs.

  • Defends his research findings in a constructive manner; provides evidence to support his ideas and proposals.

  • Organizes his presentations in a clear, informative and concise manner.

Personal and relational qualities

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Communication
Personal and relational qualities

Communication

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  • Knows how to put together a persuasive presentation and communicate about his project or his activity.

  • Understands, interprets and communicates appropriately in a register suited to his aims and his audience.

  • Masters a range of communication tools.

  • Masters his online identity.

  • Contributes to the dissemination of knowledge within the company, and demonstrates effective teaching skills.

  • Is proficient in at least English and one other world language.

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Collaboration
Personal and relational qualities

Collaboration

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  • Develops and maintains cooperative networks.

  • Knows how to build a professional network for his own and the company’s benefit.

  • Is considered an authority in his field of expertise.

  • Is able to envisage his work in a partnership framework; evaluates the benefits and limitations of a partnership and identifies shared and conflicting interests.

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Analysis, synthesis and critical thinking
Personal and relational qualities

Analysis, synthesis and critical thinking

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  • Analyzes his own findings and those of his peers.

  • Is able to synthesize; expresses key ideas clearly.

  • Can sort and rank information according to the goal.

  • Pursues his reasoning and hypotheses free of dogmatism or ideological bias.

  • Has the objectivity to consider various schools of thought; is able to modify his point of view.

  • Demonstrates intellectual rigor.

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Open-mindedness and creativity
Personal and relational qualities

Open-mindedness and creativity

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  • Demonstrates an ability to acquire knowledge; shows flexibility and open-mindedness. Engages in interdisciplinary activities.

  • Possesses a constructive style of questioning and scientific doubt.

  • Develops, takes ownership of and tests new ideas; is clever; seizes opportunities.

  • Interacts with and seeks the collaboration of professionals of different cultures; knows how to accommodate cultural differences.

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Commitment
Personal and relational qualities

Commitment

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  • Recognizes and can clearly identify his sources of motivation.

  • Is able to sustain his commitment and motivation in the face of setbacks and adversity.

  • Deals efficiently with the routine aspects of his job.

  • Strives for excellence; shows determination.

  • Learns from his mistakes and bounces back from failures.

  • Relies on the support and assistance of his peers.

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Integrity
Personal and relational qualities

Integrity

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  • Respects the standards and practices of his entity.

  • Demonstrates integrity in the processing and dissemination of data.

  • Demonstrates integrity with respect to his partners’ or competitors' contributions in accordance with intellectual property rules.

  • Upholds the confidentiality and anonymity of subjects taking part in studies and research.

  • Honors his commitments and ensures the congruence between actions and words.

  • Declares any conflict of interest.

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Listening and empathy
Personal and relational qualities

Listening and empathy

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  • Has the ability to listen in various situations.

  • Understands the needs and way of thinking of the people he deals with, including those with a different field of expertise, occupation and/or culture.

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Communication
Personal and relational qualities

Communication

I believe I have reached the PHASE 1 of development of this skill.
View this phase detail
  • Knows how to put together a persuasive presentation and communicate about his project or his activity.

  • Understands, interprets and communicates appropriately in a register suited to his aims and his audience.

  • Masters a range of communication tools.

  • Masters his online identity.

  • Contributes to the dissemination of knowledge within the company, and demonstrates effective teaching skills.

  • Is proficient in at least English and one other world language.

1
Collaboration
Personal and relational qualities

Collaboration

I believe I have reached the PHASE 1 of development of this skill.
View this phase detail
  • Develops and maintains cooperative networks.

  • Knows how to build a professional network for his own and the company’s benefit.

  • Is considered an authority in his field of expertise.

  • Is able to envisage his work in a partnership framework; evaluates the benefits and limitations of a partnership and identifies shared and conflicting interests.

1
Analysis, synthesis and critical thinking
Personal and relational qualities

Analysis, synthesis and critical thinking

I believe I have reached the PHASE 1 of development of this skill.
View this phase detail
  • Analyzes his own findings and those of his peers.

  • Is able to synthesize; expresses key ideas clearly.

  • Can sort and rank information according to the goal.

  • Pursues his reasoning and hypotheses free of dogmatism or ideological bias.

  • Has the objectivity to consider various schools of thought; is able to modify his point of view.

  • Demonstrates intellectual rigor.

1
Open-mindedness and creativity
Personal and relational qualities

Open-mindedness and creativity

I believe I have reached the PHASE 1 of development of this skill.
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  • Demonstrates an ability to acquire knowledge; shows flexibility and open-mindedness. Engages in interdisciplinary activities.

  • Possesses a constructive style of questioning and scientific doubt.

  • Develops, takes ownership of and tests new ideas; is clever; seizes opportunities.

  • Interacts with and seeks the collaboration of professionals of different cultures; knows how to accommodate cultural differences.

1
Commitment
Personal and relational qualities

Commitment

I believe I have reached the PHASE 1 of development of this skill.
View this phase detail
  • Recognizes and can clearly identify his sources of motivation.

  • Is able to sustain his commitment and motivation in the face of setbacks and adversity.

  • Deals efficiently with the routine aspects of his job.

  • Strives for excellence; shows determination.

  • Learns from his mistakes and bounces back from failures.

  • Relies on the support and assistance of his peers.

1
Integrity
Personal and relational qualities

Integrity

I believe I have reached the PHASE 1 of development of this skill.
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  • Respects the standards and practices of his entity.

  • Demonstrates integrity in the processing and dissemination of data.

  • Demonstrates integrity with respect to his partners’ or competitors' contributions in accordance with intellectual property rules.

  • Upholds the confidentiality and anonymity of subjects taking part in studies and research.

  • Honors his commitments and ensures the congruence between actions and words.

  • Declares any conflict of interest.

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Listening and empathy
Personal and relational qualities

Listening and empathy

I believe I have reached the PHASE 1 of development of this skill.
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  • Has the ability to listen in various situations.

  • Understands the needs and way of thinking of the people he deals with, including those with a different field of expertise, occupation and/or culture.

Teissir Ben Ammar

Teissir Ben Ammar

R&D Engineer - Biomaterials & Nanotech

R&D engineer in biomaterials and nanotechnology with graphene expertise, I turn innovation into groundbreaking solutions for healthcare and advanced materials.

Business management and value creation

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Project management
Business management and value creation

Project management

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  • Plans projects to meet goals in accordance with strategy and priorities, and taking quality, deadline and budget constraints into account.
  • Knows how to write specifications.
  • Is accountable for resources used and for meeting the deadlines and quality requirements of the deliverable.
  • Reacts efficiently and appropriately to change and unforeseen events.
  • Conducts his project within a framework of auditing and evaluation, deploying the appropriate systems.
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Managing risks
Business management and value creation

Managing risks

An aspect of your own experience that demonstrates this skill :
Je vérifie avant l'utilisation de chaque produit la fiche de données de sécurité pour pouvoir adapter les manipulations avec des équipements adéquats. Ayant utilisé des produits classés CMR au cours mes manipulations, j'assure à bien adapter les gestes et EPI nécessaires. Des réunions et formations avec les responsables sécurité m'ont permet de bien maitriser les notions de normes en matière de sécurité, gestion des déchets etc.. en liaison avec mon domaine d'activité.
I believe I have reached the PHASE 1 of development of this skill.
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  • Can determine the risks related to his project and the means for controlling them.
  • Is aware that technological and financial risks increase during the innovation process.
  • Understands the concept of corporate social responsibility.
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Decision-making
Business management and value creation

Decision-making

An aspect of your own experience that demonstrates this skill :
J'ai pu lors de mon projet de thèse soulever des questions critiques et décider des étapes stratégiques nécessaires pour évaluer notre techno en terme de faisabilité. J'ai pu identifier la nécessité de réaliser une évaluation de la biocompatibilité et propriétés antibactériennes de la technique développée avant de passer aux matériau final. J'ai également pu prendre des décisions quant au protocoles et produits utilisés, le planning d'élaboration des échantillons et les tests nécessaires pour avoir une étude complète de notre sujet.
I believe I have reached the PHASE 1 of development of this skill.
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  • Knows how to make appropriate decisions for each phase of his project.
  • Assists his line management in making major decisions (e.g., reporting, scenarios)
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Producing results
Business management and value creation

Producing results

I believe I have reached the PHASE 1 of development of this skill.
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  • Knows how to transform ideas into innovations.

  • Quickly deploys prototype and test phases; involves internal and external customers in these phases.

  • Learns the lessons of the initial tests.

  • Understands the policies and processes involved in publishing and exploiting research outcomes in his entity.

  • Is able to determine the most appropriate means of exploiting his results (e.g., patent, publication).

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Intellectual and industrial property
Business management and value creation

Intellectual and industrial property

An aspect of your own experience that demonstrates this skill :
Au cours de ma formation en école d'ingénieur notamment, mais aussi de manière plus concrète lors de mes travaux de recherches, j'ai pu acquérir et comprendre les étapes nécessaires pour les différents moyens de valorisation des mes résultats et les précautions à prendre. Des formations fournies par l'ED 182 et INPI m'ont permet de maitriser des outils avancées de veille brevet/tech telles les moteurs de recherches et gestion des données ( Patentscope, EspaceNet etc..)
I believe I have reached the PHASE 1 of development of this skill.
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  • Has basic knowledge of the rules of intellectual/industrial property and copyright as they apply to his own activities.

  • Understands the advantages and drawbacks of filing a patent.
  • Is aware of the importance of controlling the release of information.
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Project management
Business management and value creation

Project management

I believe I have reached the PHASE 1 of development of this skill.
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  • Plans projects to meet goals in accordance with strategy and priorities, and taking quality, deadline and budget constraints into account.
  • Knows how to write specifications.
  • Is accountable for resources used and for meeting the deadlines and quality requirements of the deliverable.
  • Reacts efficiently and appropriately to change and unforeseen events.
  • Conducts his project within a framework of auditing and evaluation, deploying the appropriate systems.
1
Managing risks
Business management and value creation

Managing risks

An aspect of your own experience that demonstrates this skill :
Je vérifie avant l'utilisation de chaque produit la fiche de données de sécurité pour pouvoir adapter les manipulations avec des équipements adéquats. Ayant utilisé des produits classés CMR au cours mes manipulations, j'assure à bien adapter les gestes et EPI nécessaires. Des réunions et formations avec les responsables sécurité m'ont permet de bien maitriser les notions de normes en matière de sécurité, gestion des déchets etc.. en liaison avec mon domaine d'activité.
I believe I have reached the PHASE 1 of development of this skill.
View this phase detail
  • Can determine the risks related to his project and the means for controlling them.
  • Is aware that technological and financial risks increase during the innovation process.
  • Understands the concept of corporate social responsibility.
1
Decision-making
Business management and value creation

Decision-making

An aspect of your own experience that demonstrates this skill :
J'ai pu lors de mon projet de thèse soulever des questions critiques et décider des étapes stratégiques nécessaires pour évaluer notre techno en terme de faisabilité. J'ai pu identifier la nécessité de réaliser une évaluation de la biocompatibilité et propriétés antibactériennes de la technique développée avant de passer aux matériau final. J'ai également pu prendre des décisions quant au protocoles et produits utilisés, le planning d'élaboration des échantillons et les tests nécessaires pour avoir une étude complète de notre sujet.
I believe I have reached the PHASE 1 of development of this skill.
View this phase detail
  • Knows how to make appropriate decisions for each phase of his project.
  • Assists his line management in making major decisions (e.g., reporting, scenarios)
1
Producing results
Business management and value creation

Producing results

I believe I have reached the PHASE 1 of development of this skill.
View this phase detail
  • Knows how to transform ideas into innovations.

  • Quickly deploys prototype and test phases; involves internal and external customers in these phases.

  • Learns the lessons of the initial tests.

  • Understands the policies and processes involved in publishing and exploiting research outcomes in his entity.

  • Is able to determine the most appropriate means of exploiting his results (e.g., patent, publication).

1
Intellectual and industrial property
Business management and value creation

Intellectual and industrial property

An aspect of your own experience that demonstrates this skill :
Au cours de ma formation en école d'ingénieur notamment, mais aussi de manière plus concrète lors de mes travaux de recherches, j'ai pu acquérir et comprendre les étapes nécessaires pour les différents moyens de valorisation des mes résultats et les précautions à prendre. Des formations fournies par l'ED 182 et INPI m'ont permet de maitriser des outils avancées de veille brevet/tech telles les moteurs de recherches et gestion des données ( Patentscope, EspaceNet etc..)
I believe I have reached the PHASE 1 of development of this skill.
View this phase detail
  • Has basic knowledge of the rules of intellectual/industrial property and copyright as they apply to his own activities.

  • Understands the advantages and drawbacks of filing a patent.
  • Is aware of the importance of controlling the release of information.

Strategy and Leadership

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Strategy
Strategy and Leadership

Strategy

An aspect of your own experience that demonstrates this skill :
Les projets s'inscrivant dans le cadre de développent des biomatériaux innovants pour la médecine sont des projets assez audacieux dont les applications ne pourraient se concrétiser à court terme. Le domaine du dispositif médical nécessite des procédures couteuses de validation d'exigences prévue par la réglementation européenne. Une potentielle mise sur le marché nécessiterait une bonne stratégie Go to market. Pour cela, j'ai pu durant mon parcours adapter des stratégies itératives en termes de R&D en adaptant des stratégies de veille technologique et réglementaire, pour s'insérer au mieux dans cette perspective.
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  • Is aware of how his project fits into the organization’s strategy and the strategic directions of the sector or field of activity.
  • Understands relationships between entities and individuals (the role and drivers of each).
  • Is able to identify influent people that support his projects and understand what they stand to gain from it.