R&D Chemist (6 months assignment)
Jotun Group - Norway
- Frist 15.2.2017
- Ansettelsesform Engasjement
R&D Chemist (6 months assignment)
Jotun is a leading player in the Marine, Protective and Decorative paint market. As such the company offers opportunities for career development in many directions both in Norway and abroad. The main R&D laboratory is located in Sandefjord, Norway and is one of the largest private research centers in Northern Europe. We have more than 250 people employed in R&D with regional laboratories in China, South Korea, Malaysia, Dubai, India, Turkey and USA.
We are now looking for a temporary assignment in the Antifouling laboratory. The position will be part of existing teams focusing on developing new products. Other important tasks are maintenance of existing products and development of new test methods. Extensive practical lab work will be required to get hands-on experience with the products. The position will be located in Sandefjord, Norway
Tasks
- Participate in development projects within the Antifouling department
- Maintain and improve existing products and test methods
- Be actively engaged in the development of the area
- Contribute technically in cross-functional and cross-regional projects
- Plan and carry out tests both in laboratory and in the field
Qualifications
- Higher education (Master or similar) in chemistry: Organic chemistry / polymer chemistry / material technology
- Relevant experience within laboratory and field testing is preferable.
- Interest for and capability of collaboration with other internal departments such as marketing, purchasing, production and regional laboratories.
Education
- College / University, Master's degree
- Scientific subjects
Language
- English
Personal qualities
- Acts on own initiative, makes things happen and accepts responsibility for the results
- Uses a methodical and systematic approach; plans ahead, defines clear priorities
- Quickly understands and analyzes complex issues and problems
- Demonstrates professional specialist knowledge and expertise in own area; participates in continuous
- professional development
- Produces fresh and imaginative ideas and solutions; breaks away from tradition; promotes change and novelty
- Communicates in a clear, precise and structured way; speaks with authority and conviction; presents
- effectively
- Builds a useful network of contacts and relationships and uses this to achieve objectives
We offer
- A friendly and supportive working environment.
- A continuous focus on reinventing and innovating high quality products.
- An international Corporate Culture founded on our four values; Care, Respect, Loyalty and Boldness.
- Exciting challenges in a growing company with excellent financial results.
Om arbeidsgiveren
- Sektor: Privat
- Sted: Rosenvoldsgate19, 3211 Sandefjord
- Bransje: Kjemisk industri
- Stillingsfunksjon: Kjemiingeniør
- FINN-kode 90140488
- Sist endret