R&D Chemist

• Follow the implementation of company rules, production area regulations, and department-specific procedures

• Lead the development of new products from trial status to mass production including the evaluation and documentation of the product performance in respect of workability and conformity to OEM’s specification

• Collaborate closely with local & international teams, including Design, Colourmatch, QA, Production, and Sales

• Provide technical support to Production, Sales, and Customers regarding product performance, materials, and application-related inquiries

• Support in setting up a test laboratory and the Colorrmatch area

• Research and evaluate new raw materials in both lab and production to support the continuous product improvement and/or the development completely of new formulations

• Introduce and integrate new raw materials into the existing portfolio

• Create new colour shades from existing formulations, optimise recipes, and support production in resolving lacquer or raw material-related issues

• Monitor market trends and emerging technologies relevant to product development

• Provide insight and recommendations to keep our product offerings competitive and innovative

• Other duties as assigned by management

• University degree in Chemistry (Master of Science); PhD is preferred but not required

• At least 5 years of experience in a similar position

• Background in organic or polymer chemistry. Other professions only in combination with a strong focus or interest in chemical synthesis work. A purely analytical or theoretical background is typically less fitting

• Strong English communication skills and willingness to work in an international team

• Prior experience in the coating or printing industry is an advantage, but not mandatory

• Independent, target-oriented, and well-organized, with a high level of self-motivation

• Good knowledge of instrumental analytics, polymer and physical-chemistry

• Excellent analytical skills down to details, well-structured workstyle

• Ability to work under pressure and able to deal with conflicting parties/ interests

• Absolutely reliable, honest and keeping the technical know-how strictly confidential

• Not color blind and not allergic with chemical working environment

• Willingness to occasional business trips or customer visits