We are looking for a temporary R&D Chemist with specialist knowledge of colors and pigments in our Competence Center - Color & Effects. The core responsibilities of this position is to build, develop and maintain color and pigment knowledge to strengthen the Competence Centre. The department serves all units in our Powder Coatings organization, delivering competence on pigments and colors.

In this role you will develop and maintain the raw material assortment of pigments and extenders as well as development of products and technologies within the powder coatings area, allowing the powder segment to meet its strategic goals, by ensuring and strengthening the position as market and technology leader. The position is located in our brand new laboratory facilities at our global headquarters in Sandefjord, Norway.

Kvalifikasjoner:

Education and experience in Research and Development:

• BSc in Chemistry, with 4-6 years of relevant experience or;
• MSc in Chemistry.

Good general understanding of IT systems.
Excellent English language skills - both written and spoken.

Personlige egenskaper:

Our ideal candidate can be characterized by:

• Initiative & Responsibility: acts on own initiative, makes things happen and accepts responsibility for the results.
• Systematic Approach: uses a methodical and systematic approach; plans ahead, defines clear priorities and allocates resources effectively.
• Analysis & Judgment: quickly understands and analyzes complex issues and problems; comes up with sound and rational judgments.
• Professional Expertise: demonstrates specialist knowledge and expertise in own area; participates in continuous professional development.
• Innovation: produces fresh and imaginative ideas and solutions, breaks away from tradition, promotes change and novelty.
• Constructive Teamwork: co-operates well with others, shares knowledge, experience and information, supports others in the pursuit of team goals.
  

Vi tilbyr:

A friendly and supportive culture. Jotun is a large and dynamic global community present in over 100 countries. It is an informal work environment with few hierarchies. We are always striving to live our values: Loyalty, Care, Respect, Boldness.

Extensive opportunities for professional and personal development, both through on-the-job training and Jotun Academy.

A professional and supportive work environment with focus on continuous improvement and innovation.

Exciting challenges in a growing company with excellent financial results.