SUMMARY OF THE ROLE
The Speciality Coating R&D Department at Jotun Performance Coatings is seeking a proactive and curious R&D Chemist to join our dedicated team at our global headquarters in Sandefjord. In this role, you will be part of the group working with Speciality Coatings products for Marine and Protective market segments. You will conduct early phase R&D on coating materials and translate new ideas into structured development activities.Be responsible for assigned projects or tasks and follow up towards stakeholders to ensure that the quality satisfies the requirements and are according to relevant procedures and regulations.
Execute required projects and tasks by e.g. planning, formulating, testing, and evaluating results and raw materials in consultation with Manager/Senior colleagues and according to procedures and plans.
Report results of work both orally and written to ensure that the correct decisions, based on current experience, are made.
Search for and make use of knowledge through literature, practical experience, learning from others as well as attending courses to be able to work more independently with more complex projects and tasks.
Knowledge and use of the necessary HSEQ procedures, safety equipment and safety documentation; and taking into consideration general safety.
Attend to the daily order so that the workspace is tidy, safe, and pleasant.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND WHAT WE OFFER
MSc or higher in Chemistry, Material Sciences or relevant Physics field. (BSc. with relevant research experience could also be considered).
Ability to successfully lead research projects.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Proficient in verbal and written English.
Knowledge of relevant analytical techniques and instrumentation is an advantage (Spectroscopy, thermoanalytical techniques, etc.).
Proficiency with MS Office 365.
Experience with high-temperature material applications is an advantage.
A high level of data literacy is an advantage (statistics, visualization, modelling, data structuring, etc.)
We are looking for a colleague that has a team-oriented mindset and informal leadership skills. In addition, we consider the following personal competencies to be essential in the position:
Initiative: You take action independently, make things happen, and take responsibility for the results
Systematic: You are organised and plan well, set clear goals and use available resources effectively
Analytical: You quickly grasp and examine complex issues and problems, and make reasonable and logical decisions
Innovation: You come up with original and creative ideas and solutions, challenge conventional thinking, and support change and innovation
Effective communication: You express yourself clearly, accurately and logically, speak confidently and persuasively, and presents well
Teamwork: You work well with others, exchange knowledge, experience and information, and support in achieving team goals
Competitive compensation and benefits
Continuous learning opportunities and training activities through on-the-job training and our in-house learning Jotun Academy.
Career development opportunities across multiple disciplines and geographies
Leaders who focus on engaging and enabling their team, proven by consistently high employee feedback scores
A supportive and inclusive company culture where you can be your authentic self
A focus on having fun together through team buildings and social activities
POSITION INFORMATION
Company:
Jotun A/S
Contract type:
Time Type:
Full time
CLOSING DATE (dd.mm.yyyy):
WHO WE ARE
Jotun has protected property for almost a century – from iconic buildings to beautiful homes. As one of the world's leading paints and coatings manufacturers, we combine high quality with creativity and innovations.
Jotun's global headquarters is located in Sandefjord, Norway. Here, Jotun Norway has 1000 employees working in state-of-the-art facilities covering services from local factory operations at Vindal to global product development in our new research and development centre at Sandefjord, one of Northern Europe's largest privately owned R&D centres. The administration centre for Europe and Central Asia is located in Sandefjord, together with our local Norwegian operations.
We provide various career opportunities in finance and administration, IT, sales and marketing, supply chain, engineering, technical, and research and development.
Jotun is committed to an ambitious growth strategy. We believe that the real value in our companies is our employees, both as individuals and as teams. We focus on providing our employees with meaningful and challenging work, rewarding them through continued learning and development driven by our values of Loyalty, Care, Respect and Boldness.
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Jotun’s company culture welcomes and values differences in people. Our more than 10,200 employees on all continents represent 90 nationalities, four generations and a diversity of professions, genders, abilities, ethnicities, beliefs, cultures, etc. We are committed to representing the societies we operate in, promoting equality, equity and zero-tolerance for discrimination.
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