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Join a global company where the employees are truly passionate about delivering the best in everything they do!

Become part of Hempel’s expanding & diverse R&D – Research & Development, Technology Centers team. We are looking Scientist that will utilize polymer chemistry and/or material science background to drive challenging research projects and keep expanding expertise on a regular basis.

You will have the unique opportunity to report directly to our R&D Manager, Technology Centers, be based on our office in Polinyà, Spain and cooperate with other colleagues from all over the world.

With business in mind and people at heart, we always work together to influence our road ahead. We want you to be part of our journey of growth and of an outstanding, global family.

What you can look forward to in this Role:

• •Design, plan, execute and report research projects using existing and/or new knowledge, methods and theories to solve problems, and improve or generate new technologies and processes
• •Advance characterization methods to study structure property relationships
• •Develop fundamental understanding of structure property relationships for multicomponent polymeric materials
• •Progress all required research and experimental work in the lab in order to meet the objectives of the projects
• •Apply design of experiments (DOE) principles in the projects, analyse and derive conclusions from experimental data
• •Communicate new learnings and knowledge generated in research projects both in verbal and written format
• •Implement all guidelines and Group procedures regarding Health, Safety and Environment
• •Ensure that high standards of safety and 6S are maintained in Hempel facilities

What does it take to become our new team member?

• •Experience working in a laboratory is essential
• •University degree in technical studies (Chemistry)
• •Technical project management skills and experience working with research and development projects would be an advantage
• •Organic, polymer chemistry or material science background and experience would be a strong advantage
• •Mathematical and statistical background to be able to apply DOE principles would be an advantage
• •Solid English skills both verbal as well as in written

General competencies most relevant for the job

As a person, it is easy for you to come up with new ideas and you have an ability to learn quickly. In your approach to your work, you are proactive and can use your analytical skills and critical thinking to understand the root causes and design solutions.

We value collaboration and this is something that comes easy to you both with colleagues internally as well as external partners. That comes with a positive attitude and genuine care for the people around you without losing the focus on the end goal of our projects.

Global career possibilities

In Hempel we offer a variety of global career possibilities and many cross functional and cross-cultural working relationships. We strive to create the right conditions for personal and professional development.

Attractive salary and excellent compensation and benefits package are also part of the advantages of being part of our team.

Application and further information

To apply for this position, please submit your application/motivation letter with a CV in English via our recruitment system by clicking the link ‘Apply’.

More About Hempel

At Hempel, we are working together to shape a brighter future with sustainable coating solutions. We believe this is only possible with dedicated employees with different perspectives and backgrounds.

Hempel is committed to creating an inclusive work environment and culture that embraces the diversity of our employees and the customers we serve, providing equal opportunity for all.

Application due

2023-06-19 Seniority Level

Associate Job Functions

Project Management, Research, Science Industry

Chemicals

Across the globe, Hempel’s coatings solutions protect surfaces, structures and equipment. They extend asset lifetimes, reduce maintenance costs and make homes and workplaces safer and more colourful. Hempel was founded in Copenhagen, Denmark in 1915 by J.C. Hempel, and is solely owned by the Hempel Foundation, which not only ensures a solid economic base for the company, but is dedicated to making a difference in the world by empowering children to learn, supporting coatings science and sustaining biodiversity. ​