Vacancies R&D Chemist

About AkzoNobel

Since 1792 weve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color peoples lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands including Dulux International Sikkens and Interpon is trusted by customers around the globe. Were active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. Its what youd expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company thats dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today while creating an even better tomorrow. Lets paint the future together.

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R&D Chemist
Felling Newcastle
Competitive salary plus benefits

We welcome applications from candidates with relevant experience and transferable skills even if you dont meet every requirement listed below. If this role excites you wed love to hear from you.

At AkzoNobel weve been bringing surfaces to life for over 200 years protecting people assets and the environments we live and work in. Our research and development teams play a critical role in creating innovative sustainable coatings that help our customers succeed. Were committed to building diverse teams that reflect the customers and communities we serve.

Job Purpose
As an R&D Specialist II in the Innovation Group you will contribute to the design execution and analysis of practical experiments that support research development and technical projects across the business. Working as part of collaborative project teams you will help turn ideas into robust high-quality solutions that meet business and customer needs.

This role is in the area of substrate protection and offers the opportunity to apply strong technical expertise in a hands-on environment while continuing to grow your skills within a global science-led organisation.

Key Responsibilities
Design prepare and execute laboratory-based experiments in line with project and functional standards
Deliver project results on time ensuring quality feasibility and alignment with business objectives
Apply appropriate methodologies tools and systems to support research and development activities
Accurately document experimental work results and findings using established reporting systems
Contribute as an active member of cross-functional project teams sharing insights and technical input
Protect AkzoNobel technologies and intellectual property
Maintain and promote a safe clean and organised working environment following all safety policies and procedures
Ask the right questions to clarify requirements expectations and critical performance parameters

What Were Looking For
You dont need to tick every box we value curiosity problem-solving mindset and a willingness to learn as much as experience.
Relevant experience in R&D laboratory or technical environments is preferable
Confidence working independently on defined technical tasks while collaborating effectively within a team
Strong attention to detail with the ability to analyse and interpret experimental data
Organised methodical approach with good documentation skills
Commitment to safety quality and continuous improvement

Experience & Qualifications

Degree in a scientific discipline
Familiarity with experimental development and/or analytical techniques relevant to R&D environments
Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development

What Makes This Role Different
Hands-on involvement in meaningful R&D projects with real-world impact
Exposure to a broad range of technologies products and development challenges
A collaborative environment where ideas curiosity and technical rigor are valued
Opportunities to grow technical depth and career pathways within a global organisation

What We Offer at AkzoNobel
Competitive salary and benefits package
Pension scheme life assurance and income protection
Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
Flexible benefits to suit different lifestyles and life stages
A culture that actively supports inclusion wellbeing and work-life balance
Ongoing learning development and career progression opportunities

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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 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.

Requisition ID:51453