Scientific Researcher

We are seeking a highly skilled Associate scientist to join our team in a Research and Development environment.

This is a temporary contract for one year, providing an excellent opportunity to work on innovative projects and develop your skills in optical spectroscopy.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in developing, optimizing, performing, and evaluating applied optical spectroscopy experiments, with a focus on chemical process development.

Main responsibilities include maintaining and troubleshooting equipment in our optical spectroscopy lab, independent multivariate data analysis, and presentation of results to key stakeholders.

As part of a global team, the successful candidate will work in close collaboration with other scientists in interdisciplinary teams, contributing to innovation projects, marketing, and production support.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Planning and execution of laboratory experiments with optical spectroscopy (UV/VIS, IR, NIR, RAMAN) according to defined expectations and in a timely manner.
• Maintenance and qualification of assigned lab equipment, including laboratory safety and documentation.
• Building and maintaining a data platform for the optical spectroscopy lab, extending to other technologies (SEM, TEM, XRD data) in later phases.
• Reporting of results and protocols to internal customers.
• Extension of analyses into either LC or GC depending on prior expertise and project needs.

Your profile should include:

• A Master or Bachelor of Science degree with at least 5 years of relevant work experience in an R&D environment.
• Hands-on experience in troubleshooting, development, and model validation of optical spectroscopy techniques (UV, IR, RAMAN).
• Sound experience in statistics, (multivariate) data analysis, visualization, and management (e.g. Origin, Matlab, Python, R, FAIR).
• Experience with computerized lab environments (LIMS, CDS, electronic lab notebook, scientific databases, etc.).
• Experience in additional analytical techniques, especially GC or LC for quantitative analysis.
• Knowledge of reaction monitoring of organic reactions in an industry environment.
• An open-minded personality and ability to shine in a cross-functional environment.
• A strong team player with self-organizing skills and an independent way of working.
• A proficient command of English; German is a plus.