Researcher in Organometallic Chemistry

Nouryon; Deventer; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive gross salary

35 holidays

Bonus

Pension plan

Wellbeing program

Bike plan

Fitness plan

Discounts

Job summary

Nouryon in Deventer is seeking a Researcher in Organometallic Chemistry to conduct experimental work and explore innovations for our organometallic products in the polymer industry. This full-time role is based at our Deventer location within a global team delivering sustainable solutions.

You will generate ideas, perform experiments, troubleshoot setups, and collaborate with Technology and production sites to advance projects and transfer knowledge.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in organic chemistry.
• Additional organometallic and/or polymer chemistry experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Generate and validate new ideas for R&D projects aligned with market trends.
• Conduct experiments to develop ideas into commercial products or solutions, including building, adapting, and troubleshooting experimental setups as needed.
• Applying chemical knowledge and creativity to solve lab challenges, from equipment mods to process workarounds.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and support R&D initiatives across sites.
• Work with Technology group and Nouryon production sites to drive projects.

Skills

Organic chemistry

Organometallic chemistry

Polymer chemistry

Lab experimentation

Team collaboration

English communication

Education

BSc/MSc in organic chemistry or related field

Tools

Laboratory equipment handling

Analytical instrumentation

Job description

Join Our Team as a Researcher in Organometallic Chemistry.

Are you an innovative researcher with a passion for organometallic chemistry and a keen interest in the production of these products? At Nouryon, we are seeking a talented and driven individual to join our team as a full-time Researcher in Deventer. In this role, you will conduct experimental work in the lab and explore new innovations for our organometallic products in the global polymer industry. At Nouryon, our global team takes positive action every day, to reach higher collectively and individually. We create innovative and sustainable solutions for our customers to answer society’s needs - today and in the future.

About Nouryon Polymer Specialties

Nouryon Polymer Specialties is the world’s leading producer of organic peroxides, metal alkyls, and organometallic specialties, essential components for the polymer industry. As sustainability becomes increasingly vital, we are dedicated to discovering innovative ways to create a greener future. Our efforts include developing sustainable solutions for our products and their applications in polymer manufacturing.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Generating and validating new ideas for R&D projects aligned with market trends.
• Conducting experiments yourself to develop ideas into commercial products or solutions, including building, adapting, and troubleshooting experimental setups as needed.
• Applying chemical knowledge, technical insight and creativity to solve practical challenges in the lab ranging from equipment modifications to process workarounds.
• Working as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver successful projects while taking ownership of your own R&D initiatives.
• Collaborating with Technology group and global Nouryon production sites to support R&D projects and process improvements.

We believe you bring at least 1-3 years of experience in organic chemistry. Additional experience in organometallic and/or polymer chemistry is a plus. A BSc/MSc in organic chemistry or a related scientific field. A hands‑on mentality, with genuine enjoyment in working directly with lab equipment and experimental setups. Technical insight and creativity— you can think through a problem and translate it into a practical adjustment to an experiment or setup. Comfort with regularly adapting, fine‑tuning, and troubleshooting experimental setups as part of daily work. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Combined with flexibility and adaptability. B1 level Dutch language.

Great if you have a solid background in chemistry related to polymer chemistry. Experience in project management is advantageous. A strong desire to conduct experiments and explore new areas within the field of organometallic chemistry.

We believe you are a team player with strong interpersonal skills who enjoys tackling challenges and finding solutions together with colleagues. Independent, assertive, flexible, and forward‑thinking. Practically minded, with a hands‑on approach and a willingness to do what it takes to keep experiments running successfully. Customer focus with a strong drive for results and timely decision making.

About Our Deventer Location

Our R&D centre in Deventer is home to over 200 skilled researchers dedicated to meeting current and future customer needs. Focused project teams work collaboratively to develop innovative products and applications.

We offer you

• A competitive gross annual salary
• 35 holidays based on a full-time position
• A variable bonus
• An excellent pension plan with a strong contribution rate, most of which is paid by Nouryon.
• LifeCheck Employee Assistance Program: Free, confidential wellbeing support for you and your family
• Bright, modern offices with excellent public transport connections
• A welcoming, international team and a positive, enjoyable work environment
• An attractive bike plan
• A company fitness plan to stay active and healthy
• Tax‑friendly perks
• Exclusive discounts on a wide range of products and services

Have we got your interest? This is a permanent full-time position based in Deventer.

Contact

If you have any questions about the recruitment process or your application or need assistance, please contact: [e-mail]

For additional information about the vacancy please contact Wouter Scholten, Manager RDI, organometallic research: [e-mail]

We have already chosen our sourcing channels for this recruitment and kindly ask not to be contacted by any advertisement agents, recruitment agencies or staffing companies.

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