R&D Polymer Specialist – Emulsion Coatings & Innovation

3513 UPM Raflatac Sp. z o.o.; Nowa Wieś; On-site; PLN 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

UPM Raflatac Sp. z o.o. in Poland is seeking a Specialist, R&D and Technology to advance polymerization and coating technologies for global markets. This on-site role requires strong lab skills and a drive for sustainable materials development.

You will plan and execute research projects, analyze data, and collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams to implement robust dispersions and coating solutions.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in chemistry; polymers specialization is an asset.
• Experience in lab research and polymerization processes.
• Ability to plan and carry out research; interpret scientific information.

Responsibilities

• Conduct emulsion polymerization processes on a laboratory scale as part of projects.
• Create research plans, maintain documentation and prepare implementation reports.
• Develop methods for verifying dispersion performance and polymer film properties.
• Monitor process parameters and the quality of the final product.
• Collaborate with raw material suppliers and analyze patents/publications.

Skills

Emulsion polymerization

Water-based coatings formulation

Analytical thinking

Strong communication skills

English fluency

Education

Master’s degree in chemistry

Job description

UPM Raflatac Sp. z o.o. in Poland is seeking a Specialist, R&D and Technology to advance polymerization and coating technologies for global markets. This on-site role requires strong lab skills and a drive for sustainable materials development.

You will plan and execute research projects, analyze data, and collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams to implement robust dispersions and coating solutions.