Jotun is a leading player in the Marine, Protective and Decorative paint market. As such the company offers opportunities for career development in many directions both in Norway and abroad. The main R&D laboratory is located in Sandefjord, Norway and is one of the largest private research centers in Northern Europe. We have more than 250 people employed in R&D with regional laboratories in China, South Korea, Malaysia, Dubai, India, Turkey and USA. We are now strengthening two of our R&D teams in Jotun Performance Coatings; Antifouling and Top Coat laboratories. All positions will be part of existing teams focusing on developing new products. Other important tasks are maintenance of existing products and development of new test methods. The new position in Antifouling will focus on fouling release coatings, while positions in Topcoats will concentrate on developing new products for wind turbines. Extensive practical lab work will be required to get hands-on experience with the products. Positions will be located in Sandefjord, Norway.

• Develop new products within the specific areas for the various positions
• Maintaine and improve existing products and test methods
• Be actively engaged in the development of the area in line with the needs of the company and strategic plans
• Contribute technically in cross-functional and cross-regional projects
• Represent the specific fields externally towards raw material suppliers, research institutes and customers

• Higher education (Master or PhD level) in chemistry: Organic chemistry / polymer chemistry / material technology
• Relevant experience within Antifouling and/or Topcoat technologies is preferable.
• Interest for and capability of collaboration with other internal departments such as marketing, purchasing, production and regional laboratories.

• Scientific subjects

• College / University, Master's degree

• Acts on own initiative, makes things happen and accepts responsibility for the results
• Uses a methodical and systematic approach; plans ahead, defines clear priorities
• Quickly understands and analyzes complex issues and problems
• Demonstrates professional specialist knowledge and expertise in own area; participates in continuous professional development
• Produces fresh and imaginative ideas and solutions; breaks away from tradition; promotes change and novelty
• Communicates in a clear, precise and structured way; speaks with authority and conviction; presents effectively
• Builds a useful network of contacts and relationships and uses this to achieve objectives

• English

• International working environment
• Opportunities for professional and personal development
• Exciting challenges in a growing company with excellent financial results.
• An international corporate culture founded on our four values; Loyalty, Care, Respect and Boldness.
• A professional working environment that focuses on continuous improvement and innovation.
  
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  Arbeidsgiver Navn: Jotun AS
  
  Arbeidsgiver adresse: 3209 SANDEFJORD
  
  Job kort beskrivelse: Chemists
  
  Land: Norge
  
  Region: Vestfold
  
  Kilde til jobbtilbud: NAV, Offentlige arbeidsformidlinger, Norge
  
  Lønn valuta: NOK
  
  Lønn periode: Pr. år
  
  
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