Coatings R&D Chemist – Innovate, Collaborate & Lead

Evonik Oxeno; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Evonik seeks a chemist to execute R&D projects in coatings, collaborate across departments, and develop new or improved coating formulations. You will independently plan experiments, manage lab resources, and document results while contributing to patent searches and method development.

The role demands strong lab skills in coating formulation, testing, data analysis, and effective communication, with a proactive, learning-oriented mindset and leadership in project contexts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Material Science or related subjects with minimum 3 years working experience in coatings-related area.
• Ability to plan and work independently in conducting experiments, organizing data and analysis of the results.
• Basic project management and strong project execution skills.
• Strong laboratory technical skills in coating formulation, application, testing, analysis and characterization.
• Creative and enjoys exploring new technologies.
• Positive ‘can do’ attitude.
• Self-driving & self-motivating, fast learner.

Responsibilities

• Execute R&D projects in the area of Coatings for various applications.
• Collaborate within the team and with other departments to build up different research projects.
• Independently, and within the team, contribute to innovate, develop, formulate and design new or improved functional coating for various applications according to business needs.
• Carry out all necessary lab research activities within the timeline of the projects and with good quality outcome.
• Manage and organize specific/dedicated lab room to ensure EHSQ & work efficiency.
• Plan experiments and activities based on established projects as well as new, exploratory ideas.
• Conduct basic literature and patent searches associated with assigned projects.
• Formulate, apply and characterize material for functional coating experiments.
• Document results and prepare technical reports using tools such as Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Electronic Lab Notebook, with the assistance of AI tools where appropriate.
• Develop new or revise test methods, processes or procedures to support program or project goals.
• Liaise with external and internal partners as appropriate.
• Supervise interns and plan their work to advance the progress of assigned projects.

Skills

Coatings formulation

Laboratory testing

Experimental design

Data analysis

Communication skills

Project management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry / Polymer Science / Material Science

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Electronic Lab Notebook

Job description

Evonik seeks a chemist to execute R&D projects in coatings, collaborate across departments, and develop new or improved coating formulations. You will independently plan experiments, manage lab resources, and document results while contributing to patent searches and method development.

The role demands strong lab skills in coating formulation, testing, data analysis, and effective communication, with a proactive, learning-oriented mindset and leadership in project contexts.