Research And Development Senior Specialist/Chemist/Material Scientist

Aksa Akrilik Kimya Sanayii A.S.; Yalova Merkez; On-site; TRY 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in acrylic fiber production is seeking an R&D Senior Specialist/Chemist/Material Scientist to drive innovation in polymer processing and development. With opportunities for graduate education support and unique work-life balance initiatives, this role emphasizes extensive experience in polymer chemistry and project management, fostering a collaborative environment aimed at sustainability and cutting-edge developments.

Benefits

Master's/PhD support program

Foreign language support program

Private accommodation for employees

Four-day work week

Benefit package

Aksa Social Event Team activities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years industry experience in polymer chemistry.
• Experience in leading innovative product development projects.
• Hands-on experience in polymer morphology and additive processing.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects in polymer processing and material development.
• Investigate new ideas and create intellectual properties focused on sustainability.
• Manage EU Horizon and TÜBİTAK TEYDEB projects.

Skills

Polymer processing

Polymer synthesis

Material behavior under extreme conditions

Project management

Rheology

English proficiency

Education

MS or PhD in Chemistry

Chemical Engineering degree

Materials Science degree

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/Chemist/Material Scientist who will be reporting to the R&D Manager.

Qualities We Are Looking For;

• MS or PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field, with specialization in Polymer Chemistry, Polymer Physics, or Polymer Engineering,

• Hands-on experience in Polymer processing and rheology (i.e polymer fiber processing, melt and wet spinning), polymer morphology, polymer blends and additives,

• Extensive experience in processing high-performance polymers, with a strong understanding of structure–property relationships, polymer synthesis, and characterization techniques such as GPC/SEC, FT-IR, NMR, DSC, and TGA,

• Proven expertise in advanced material development-particularly in polymer processing and ceramics-for high-performance applications such as defense vehicles, with a strong understanding of material behavior under extreme conditions,

• Minimum 5 years industry experience,

• 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