唐勇
About 唐勇
唐勇 is a New Product Development Specialist at Domtar in Ontario, Canada, where he has worked since 2019. He holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Beijing Forestry University and has experience in research and development across various academic and industrial settings.
Work at Domtar
Currently, the individual serves as a New Product Development Specialist at Domtar, a position held since 2019 in Ontario, Canada. In this role, they supervise technologists and lead new product development projects in the laboratory. Their work focuses on developing specialty papers, including oil and grease resistant paper, food wraps, and medical packages. They collaborate with various teams, including Manufacturing, Purchasing, Accounting, Marketing, and Sales, to manage budgets and enhance product quality. Additionally, they work closely with the Quality team to identify root causes of off-quality products and improve the properties of end products.
Education and Expertise
The individual holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Chemical Engineering from Beijing Forestry University, where they studied from 2009 to 2014. They also earned a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from the same institution, completing their studies from 2005 to 2009. Their educational background is complemented by extensive research experience, including a postdoctoral fellowship at The University of British Columbia, where they enhanced their research and project management skills. They gained practical engineering knowledge while working as an R&D scientist at the Chinese Academy of Sciences.
Background
Prior to their current role at Domtar, the individual held various academic and research positions. They worked as a Visiting Scholar at The University of British Columbia in 2014 for 11 months and served as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the same institution from 2015 to 2017. They also worked as a Research Scientist at Concordia University from 2017 to 2019. Their experience includes a position as an Assistant Professor at the Chinese Academy of Sciences from 2014 to 2015. This diverse background has contributed to their expertise in new product development and research.
Achievements
Throughout their career, the individual has focused on improving fundamental and scientific research abilities, troubleshooting skills, and project management proficiency. Their long-term goal includes working on cutting-edge biomass utilization. They have successfully collaborated with multiple teams to control budgets and improve product quality at Domtar, demonstrating their commitment to advancing product development in the specialty paper sector.