Position overview
We are looking for an experienced chemist and project leader to join the allnex additives team. In this role, you will lead new product development projects, drive innovation from concept to scale‑up, and support internal and external stakeholders with your technical expertise. You will collaborate closely with colleagues across regions and functions, contributing to effective teamwork within our global R&D network.
If you have a strong background in polymer or materials chemistry and experience in coating resins or additive technologies, we encourage you to apply and help shape the next generation of coating additives.
Responsibilities
1. Lead and manage R&D activities for Coating Additives within a global, cross-functional team.
2. Manage projects, including timelines, priorities and resource coordination.
3. Initiate, drive and execute complex product development projects from concept to scale-up.
4. Ensure safe laboratory operations and maintain accurate safety documentation.
5. Collaborate with Business Development, Marketing, Technical Service and global labs to align technical and commercial objectives.
6. Collaborate closely with synthesis laboratories in other regions to ensure smooth and efficient operational processes.
7. Support manufacturing sites with scale-up, product transfers.
8. Contribute to IP creation, patent screening and technical documentation.
9. Monitor market, customer and regulatory trends to identify R&D opportunities and support strategic technology planning.
Required skills and experience
10. PhD in Chemistry (preferably polymer chemistry or material science).
11. 2–5 years of R&D experience in a relevant industry or research environment with strong background in coating resins and additive technologies.
12. Strong project management skills.
13. Demonstrated ability to analyze and translate structure–property–process relationships into product development strategies.
14. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
15. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, enabling smooth collaboration in a global matrix environment.
16. Proficiency in German and English, both written and spoken.
We offer
We are proud to offer an international working experience with a tight-knit network of employees, making it easy to connect and learn from people all across our different functions. On top of that we are a truly innovative company with a strong team spirit, openness to new ideas, and great opportunities to grow and develop your career.