R&D Lab Technician - Formulations & Dispersions Development

Agfa-Gevaert; Town of Belgium (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Meal vouchers

Bike allowance

Training and development opportunities

Above-average number of vacation days

Job summary

A global company in the chemical industry is seeking an R&D Lab Technician to contribute to the development and scale-up of innovative formulations. The role involves preparing and evaluating formulations, conducting process optimization, and performing quality control analyses. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant field and strong attention to detail, alongside communication skills in Dutch. The position offers a dynamic team environment and opportunities for training and development.

Qualifications

• Degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or a technical field (or equivalent through experience).
• Comfortable working independently in a lab environment.
• Fluent in Dutch; knowledge of English is an asset (or willingness to learn).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and evaluate formulations at pilot scale.
• Conduct process investigations and contribute to optimization.
• Perform quality control analyses and document results.
• Support scale-up and introduction of new formulations into production.

Skills

Chemistry

Process optimization

Quality control

Technical knowledge (pumps, valves)

Communication skills

Education

Degree in chemistry or chemical engineering

Job description

R&D Lab Technician - Formulations & Dispersions Development

Are you passionate about chemistry and innovation? Do you enjoy hands‑on lab work combined with process optimization? Then this role might be a great fit for you.

Your role

As an R&D Lab Technician, you will join the Formulations & Dispersions Development (FDD) team. You will contribute to the development and scale‑up of new formulations such as dispersions, solutions, and emulsions for various business units (including inks, membranes, and functional coatings).

You play a key role in bridging research and production.

Your responsibilities

• Prepare and evaluate dispersions, solutions, emulsions, and other formulations at pilot scale
• Conduct process investigations and contribute to process optimization in collaboration with the Research Leader
• Perform quality control analyses to support research and customer deliveries
• Accurately document and report results, data, and observations
• Support the scale‑up and introduction of new formulations into production
• Maintain laboratory and analytical equipment
• Manage stock of raw materials and consumables
• Ensure safety and health aspects are considered in all experiments
• Actively participate in safety initiatives and contribute to continuous improvement

Your profile

• A degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or a technical field (or equivalent through experience)
• Comfortable working independently in a lab environment with strong attention to safety, order, and cleanliness
• Hands‑on mentality; not afraid of physical work
• Strong sense of responsibility, well‑organized, and goal‑oriented
• Proactive, analytical, and solution‑driven
• Good communication and reporting skills; a true team player
• Able to adapt quickly and manage multiple experiments or environments
• Technical knowledge (pumps, valves, electricity, mechanics, etc.) is a strong plus
• Willing to occasionally work in shifts
• Fluent in Dutch; knowledge of English is an asset (or willingness to learn)

What we offer

• A small, dynamic, and supportive team
• A diverse and impactful role in an innovative environment
• Opportunities to grow across multiple fields (colloid chemistry, polymer chemistry, analytical chemistry, technology, etc.)
• Collaboration with enthusiastic colleagues across departments
• Training and development opportunities (technical and personal)
• A competitive salary package with attractive benefits (health insurance, meal vouchers, bike allowance, bike leasing, etc.)
• An above‑average number of vacation days