R&D Chemist: Hull-Performance Paints

JOTUN; Sandefjord; On-site; NOK 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Jotun Academy

Career development opportunities

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Jotun is seeking an experienced R&D Chemist to join the Hull Performance Technology team in Sandefjord for a 12-month temporary assignment. You will execute R&D activities, formulate and test hull-related paint technologies, and contribute to Clean Shipping commitments while helping reduce fuel consumption and emissions.

You will work from our Sandefjord headquarters, performing lab tasks, reporting results, and collaborating with colleagues to build knowledge and drive quality improvements.

Qualifications

• MSc in polymer, organic, material or silicone chemistry.
• A few years of experience in the chemical industry preferred.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Proactive and eager to learn and share knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for assigned projects and tasks; follow up with stakeholders to ensure quality.
• Execute practical lab tasks independently or with colleagues.
• Formulate, make paint in the lab, test and evaluate results and raw materials per procedures.
• Report results orally and in writing.
• Provide advice to ensure decisions are based on current knowledge.
• Contribute to defining new tasks and improve plans and execution.
• Follow HSEQ procedures; maintain a tidy, safe workspace.
• Attend to daily order to keep the workspace safe and organized.

Skills

Fluent English

Good communication

Analytical thinking

Initiative

Education

MSc in polymer/organic/material/silicone chemistry

Job description

Jotun is seeking an experienced R&D Chemist to join the Hull Performance Technology team in Sandefjord for a 12-month temporary assignment. You will execute R&D activities, formulate and test hull-related paint technologies, and contribute to Clean Shipping commitments while helping reduce fuel consumption and emissions.

You will work from our Sandefjord headquarters, performing lab tasks, reporting results, and collaborating with colleagues to build knowledge and drive quality improvements.