Junior Synthesis Lab Technician

allnex; Drogenbos; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

allnex is seeking a Junior Synthesis Lab Technician in Belgium to perform synthesis of sustainable waterborne polymers and contribute to development projects. You will work in a laboratory environment, execute syntheses, test products, and help with scale-up activities in a global company.

The role requires a chemistry degree, hands-on lab experience, strong problem solving, and multilingual communication in NL/FR/EN.

Qualifications

• Professional bachelor’s degree in chemistry with a polymer science orientation.
• Interest in hands-on lab work and problem solving in a research setting.
• Creative, structured, and results-driven with good chemical intuition.
• Multilingual practice in NL/FR/EN and strong teamwork.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare synthesis recipes according to defined guidelines.
• Perform laboratory syntheses for different product types and monitor process parameters.
• Organize and prioritize daily laboratory work to meet deadlines.
• Conduct product testing and report results.
• Maintain accurate records in the Electronic Laboratory Notebook (ELN).
• Request analytical testing and follow up on results.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure timely calibration.
• Monitor raw material stock levels and arrange product sampling when needed.
• Follow laboratory quality, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Support scale-up activities and pilot batch follow-up.
• Participate in project-related internal and external meetings.

Skills

lab experimentation

problem solving

communication skills

safety & quality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Job description

Why are we proud of what we do at allnex? We create coatings, products which help protect the world for all nex>t generations - and that’s exactly what you can do joining us!

Imagine how fast your smartphone would become scratched-up, ugly and unusable without a coating. Or an e-bike, the cabin of a train, a beautiful wooden floor, and countless other things in life.

Making objects and their surfaces more attractive and longer-lasting means making them more sustainable, and that’s a huge part of what working at allnex is about. No matter which role you step into, you’ll become part of a global team of passionate people who care deeply about the chemistry, quality, and global impact of coatings.

You’ll also join a highly multicultural and diverse team of more than 4,000 employees in four regions who - as part of one of the world’s leading coating resins companies - serve customers in over 100 countries across the globe.

Position Overview

Are you passionate about working in a laboratory environment for the synthesis of polymers and material characterization? We are looking for a strong Junior Synthesis Lab Technician to execute syntheses of sustainable waterborne polymers with thermal and/or radiation curing within development projects for our strategic research group. If you are an individual who thrives on making an impact in the coating business and wants to become a part of a dynamic team in a global company, we would like to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Prepare synthesis recipes according to defined guidelines.
• Perform laboratory syntheses for different product types and monitor process parameters.
• Organize and prioritize daily laboratory work to meet deadlines.
• Conduct product testing and report results.
• Maintain accurate records in the Electronic Laboratory Notebook (ELN).
• Request analytical testing and follow up on results.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure timely calibration.
• Monitor raw material stock levels and arrange product sampling when needed.
• Follow laboratory quality, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Support scale-up activities and pilot batch follow-up.
• Participate in project-related internal and external meetings.

Required Skills And Experience

• Professional bachelor’s degree in chemistry with preferred orientation in polymer science and/or industrial chemistry.
• Interest in working in a lab environment implying hands-on-the-job realizations and problem-solving.
• Creative personality with good chemical agility, structured mindset and engaged for driving results.
• Multi-lingual practice (NL/FR/EN) with demonstrated team spirit and excellent communication skills.
• Strong dedication to safety and quality standards.

We offer

Please be informed that allnex conducts background checks as part of our hiring process. We are proud to offer an international working experience with a tight-knit network of employees, making it easy to connect and learn from people all across our different functions. On top of that we are a truly innovative company with a strong team spirit, openness to new ideas, and great opportunities to grow and develop your career.

Equal Employment Opportunity

allnex is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an environment where all colleagues contribute for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our communities.

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