Research And Development Senior Specialist/Chemist

Aksa Akrilik Kimya Sanayii A.S.; Yalova Merkez; On-site; TRY 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the chemical industry seeks an R&D Senior Specialist to join their innovative team. Ideal candidates will have an MS or PhD in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering and a strong background in Polymer Chemistry. You will lead projects aimed at sustainable product development and utilize advanced techniques in polymer characterization. The role offers a unique opportunity for professional growth and a balanced work-life culture, including the chance to work four days a week.

Benefits

Participation in Job Orientation and Training

Master's/PhD support program

Foreign language support program

Private accommodation for employees

Benefit package

Social Event Team activities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of industry experience.
• Strong expertise in polymer characterization techniques.
• Hands-on experience in polymer morphology and processing.

Responsibilities

• Drive innovative product development and manage project execution.
• Investigate new ideas and create intellectual properties focusing on sustainability.
• Lead projects from concept to successful product launch.

Skills

Polymer Chemistry

Polymer Physics

Polymer Engineering

Polymer Processing

Leadership

Project Management

Intellectual Property Management

Education

MS or PhD in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Tools

GPC/SEC

FT-IR

NMR

DSC

TGA

Job description

AKSA, a company of Akkök Holding, was founded in 1968 in Yalova. Becoming the world’s largest producer of acrylic fiber over the years, Aksa today serves approximately 300 customers in over 50 countries across 5 continents. Having a capacity of 330.000 tons per year, Aksa supplies raw materials for textiles and technical textiles in many diverse areas.

We are looking for a R&D Senior Specialist who will be reporting to the R&D Manager.

Qualities We Are Looking For;

• MS or PhD from Chemistry or Chemical Engineering Departments specialized in Polymer Chemistry, Polymer Physics or Polymer Engineering, preferably with industry experience,

• Minimum 5 years industry experience,

• Fundamental understanding of polymer synthesis, polymer characterization techniques such as GPC/SEC, FT-IR, NMR, DSC and TGA,

• Hands-on experience in Polymer processing and rheology (i.e polymer fiber processing, spinning), polymer morphology, polymer blends and additives with in depth understanding of structure-property relationships of polymers,

• Demonstrated experience in leading EU Horizon and TÜBİTAK TEYDEB projects, with strong expertise in patent application processes and intellectual property management,

• Proven experience in driving innovative and breakthrough product development, with a track record of leading projects from concept to successful product launch,

• Investigate and explore new ideas, demonstrate proof of concept, create new intellectual properties with a focus and understanding in sustainability,

• Excellent command of English- both spoken and written,

• Must be self-motivated, well-organized, persistent, team-oriented, and able to handle multiple tasks,

What are waiting for you here !

Applications that support your development

• Participation in Job Orientation and AKSA Recognition Training specific to the process steps within the scope of job adaptation,

• Opportunity to participate in personal development, professional development and leadership training within the scope of our Corporate Training Academy,

• Outside fairs, training and company visit opportunities abroad,

• Master's/PhD support program,

• Foreign language support program,

Work-Life Balance

• The opportunity to work 4 days a week, which we implemented as a first in Turkey,

• Private accommodation for employees,

• Benefit package,

• Aksa Social Event Team activities (Sailing, book, running, trekking clubs)

• Service Opportunity: Asian side of İstanbul, On the Yalova-Kocaeli (Karamürsel-Gölcük)

Recruitment Process

• Receiving applications,

• Preliminary evaluation to be made in line with the criteria,

• Sending personality inventory and interview process to shortlisted candidates

• English exam

• Senior management meeting

• Offer