Organic Synthesis Chemist

vor 3 Wochen


Basel, Schweiz Huntsman Vollzeit

Job Description:
Role Overview:
As part of the Advanced Materials division, Huntsman is looking for an Organic Synthesis Chemist who will join our Global Innovation Team. The position is a full-time contract based in our Advanced Materials European HQ in Basel, Switzerland.

Role Responsibilities:
As an Organic Synthesis Chemist you will:
- Identify, develop, and deliver innovative solutions to business challenges and ensure successful delivery of projects around specialty components.-
- Synthesize and perform scale-up of new reactive monomers and building blocks.- Contribute to the development of a science-driven innovation culture within the global organization.- Support the definition and execution of innovation roadmaps by integrating molecular design into product requirements and specifications.- Proactively look for opportunities to gain IP and create commercial advantage.- Scientific and technical coaching of lab technicians and colleagues in organic chemistry.- Generate technical reports based on experimental results and present to stakeholders across the global organization.- Ensure full compliance with safety, health, and environmental guidelines according to site and company standards.

Experience and Competencies:
What we are looking for:
- MSc. Or Ph.D. in Chemistry with relevant experience in organic synthesis and knowledge of polymer chemistry.- Minimum 2 years of experience in an industrial or academic R&D environment with a proven track record in moving from idea to experimental design to develop innovative organic materials.- Deep understanding of organic reaction mechanisms and the structure-property relationship in polymeric materials.- Team player with good interpersonal, communication and project management skills.- Natural leader with an entrepreneurial mindset, self-driven and highly motivated.- Advanced knowledge of scientific software, electronic lab journal and Office tools.- Effective oral and written English skills.

What next?

About Us:
At Huntsman, we pride ourselves on being a people-oriented organization. Our family-like atmosphere is cultivated by our diverse groups of team members around the world.

We welcome the talent, experience, and fresh ideas that employees at all stages of their careers, from interns to seasoned professionals, bring to Huntsman.

In return, we offer you the opportunity to become an integral part of a dynamic, industry-leading company, where safety and ethics always come first.

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