R&D Chemist

R&D Chemist
We encourage you to apply if you have relevant experience and expertise for this role, even if you don’t meet all the criteria listed in the job description.
We’ve been pioneering a world of possibilities to bring surfaces to life for well over 200 years. As experts in making coatings, there’s a good chance you’re only ever a few meters away from one of our products. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and have set our sights on becoming the global industry leader. It’s what you’d expect from the most sustainable paints company, which has been inventing the future for more than two centuries.
Job Purpose
Your primary role within our R&D team will be to support business requirements by carrying out a variety of laboratory work. You will also present the results to stakeholders, following the projects involved with the relevant parties and being a translator in between R&D and commercial teams.
Job Responsibilities
• Decide which test & analysis methods need to be used for your allocated projects.
• Prioritise workload.
• Perform required laboratory tests & interpret results.
• Ensure work is completed in-line with quality/health & safety standards.
• Communicate project results & plan next steps with colleagues/stakeholders.
Job Requirements
• Relevant R&D experience.
• Graduate in chemistry, physics or materials science.
• Strong understanding of the importance of working safely.
• Able to collect data to understand the root-cause of the problems & propose solutions.
What Makes You Stand Out
• Excellent communication, relationship building & interpersonal skills.
• Committed to a collaborative working environment where supporting colleagues is key.
• Basic understanding of formulations & technical performance of the products/technologies.
• Basic understanding of test methods.
What do we Offer at AkzoNobel
We offer great personal development opportunities and roles with breadth, depth of scope and impact. We also offer comprehensive packages including:
• Competitive Salary (depending on experience).
• 25 days holiday excluding bank holidays.
• Income protection.
• Staff discount at Dulux Decorator Centre stores.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Employee Life Assurance.
• Company pension.
• product discounts.
• Flexible benefits scheme offering benefits including Gymflex, retail card, dental cover and more!
We have been inventing the future for more than two centuries and need people like you to be part of the team. Apply online via the link and we will get right back to you.
We are advocates of a healthy work life balance and mental wellbeing. We are happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles.
At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability