Senior NMR R&D Specialist - Materials Innovation

DOW BELGIUM; Seneffe; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Dow Belgium’s Analytical Science team in Seneffe is seeking a Senior R&D Specialist – Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy to lead advanced NMR investigations and drive product development in industrial chemistry and materials science. You will develop measurement methodologies in a world-class NMR lab and enhance analytical capabilities.

You will collaborate with global R&D, manufacturing, and business teams, interpret complex data, mentor colleagues, and deliver high-impact results across

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant scientific discipline is required.
• Demonstrated expertise in NMR spectroscopy including method development and advanced applications.
• Strong knowledge in analytical chemistry, materials science, or related fields.
• Proven track record applying analytical science to solve complex challenges.
• Fluent English; additional languages (French/Dutch/others) are an advantage.
• Experience supporting R&D, product development, manufacturing, or process optimization.

Responsibilities

• Lead analytical investigations to resolve complex technical challenges.
• Develop, optimize, and implement advanced NMR methodologies.
• Manage and maintain state-of-the-art NMR instrumentation including cryoprobe technology.
• Interpret data and provide technical leadership on projects in materials characterization and process optimization.
• Collaborate with global R&D, manufacturing, and business teams; mentor colleagues.

Skills

NMR spectroscopy

Method development

Analytical thinking

Education

PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Polymer Science, Materials Science, Biochemistry, Physics, Chemical Engineering or related

Tools

Cryoprobe technology

NMR instrumentation

Job description

Dow Belgium’s Analytical Science team in Seneffe is seeking a Senior R&D Specialist – Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy to lead advanced NMR investigations and drive product development in industrial chemistry and materials science. You will develop measurement methodologies in a world-class NMR lab and enhance analytical capabilities.

You will collaborate with global R&D, manufacturing, and business teams, interpret complex data, mentor colleagues, and deliver high-impact results across