Research Chemist

Surface Chemistry, a business unit of AkzoNobel, operates in 50 countries, employing over 1500 people. Based in Chicago, IL, United States, with regional marketing centers in Bridgewater, NJ, United States, Singapore and Stenungsund, Sweden, we are a leading supplier of specialty surfactants and synthetic and bio-polymers additives. Using a combination of Chemical expertise, process technology and application know-how, we solve problems for a multitude of manufacturers and formulators. We service a wide range of industries including agro, asphalt, cleaning, fabric care, mining, personal care and petroleum.

The Section Global Research and Development is represented at four locations. In Americas our labs are based in Bridgewater and Croton River, respectively and in EMEIA in Deventer, the Netherlands and in Stenungsund, Sweden, respectively. The sections main responsibility is to drive long term research and development in the form of projects, prioritized by the business unit managing team. Furthermore the section has under its responsibility to drive applied research in the form of technology platforms.

We have an opening for a Research Chemist position within our EMEIA team, based in Stenungsund, Sweden. This is a temporary position with starting date in September, and duration until June 30, 2015. In your role as Research Chemist you will be reporting to Manager EMEIA, Global research and development.

In the role as Research Chemist you will:

- Perform individual experimental lab work
- Independently run assignments in accordance with prioritizations in actual project(s)
- Proactively communicate results and suggestions to the project leader(s) and project team(s)
- Participate in project meetings, discussions and brainstorms

We also believe that you will actively contribute to the safety and order in our lab, and have a strong focus on the Health, Safety and the Environment.

Job requirements / Candidate profile

To be successful in this position you hold at least a BSc, with a few years of work experience, in Chemistry or related field with emphasis on organic and/or surface chemistry. In addition, you have good skills regarding practical lab work and usage of relevant working equipment.

On a personal level you are proactive and enjoy working practically towards continuous improvements. You have good communication and interpersonal skills, are fluent in English and Swedish, both written and spoken.

For further information about the position please contact Johan Ekeroth, Manager EMEIA, Global R&D, +46 303-85 570. If you would like to learn more about the recruitment process please contact Neringa Liutvine, HR Partner, + 46 303-85 665.

For union related questions, please contact Bo Mannerstedt, Sveriges Ingenjörer, through our switchboard +46 303-85 000.

To find out more about us and to apply please visit our website www.akzonobel.com/careers. We do not accept applications via email.

We perform drug tests on all employees as a part of our effort to maintain a drug-free environment.