Chemist in R&D Analytical Department

Are you an experienced chemist with a meticulous approach to analytical challenges? Jotun's Analytical Department is a global support function located at Jotun’s HQ in Sandefjord, Norway. We're seeking a chemist to join our multicultural team of 9 people. 

We work with the whole range of Jotun development, from technology, innovation to following up existing products and solutions. This makes for a very varied workday where you go from seeing the big picture, down to the smallest molecule. We believe many chemistry professions can fit in, but you need a keen eye for details and wanting to understand what makes paint thick. 

Do you have some of these acronyms already under your belt; FTIR, NMR, Pyrolysis GC-MS, HS-GC, SEM-EDX, GPC with triple detection and LC-UV? And would you like to expand your repertoire of analytical techniques and combine data to understand the full picture? We would like to hear from you! 

Responsibilities 

• Analysis and characterization of paint products and related samples using a wide range of analytical techniques. 

• Collaboration with colleagues in technology and innovation projects to develop new Jotun products 

• Support other chemists and production in maintaining existing products with analytical tasks at hand, big or small.  

• Maintain and develop the service areas for the department by evaluating new techniques and gathering knowledge within the field of analytical chemistry and paint characterization.  

• Participate in regular tasks for the department laboratory such as HSEQ, 5S activities and instrument control/maintenance  

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND WHAT WE OFFER

Formal requirements 

• Master of Science or PhD in Chemistry or related scientific fields. 

• Experience from paint, polymer or macromolecule chemistry and/or analysis is preferable 

• Experience with chemical characterization using advanced spectroscopy and chromatography is preferable 

• Experience with data analytics, programming and general IT know-how is an advantage 

• Must be proficient in verbal and written English 

Personal requirements 

• You excel in systematic approaches to complex problems, both using existing methods and in new approaches. 

• You quickly understand chemical issues and make reasonable and logical decisions. 

• You work well with others, exchanging knowledge and supporting the team achieving goals. 

• You express yourself clearly and accurately both in written and oral form. 

What we offer 

• 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:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

CLOSING DATE (dd.mm.yyyy):

01.06.2025

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.

Visit our Career Page to learn more about life at Jotun.

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.

If you are applying for a position and require additional support in the interview process, please let us know how we can accommodate this.  

If you think this role is what you could do next, apply now!