Senior Chemist - Research & Development at Beckers Group

Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Chemistry, Polymer Science, Material Science, Analytical Techniques, FTIR, DSC, UV–VIS–NIR Spectroscopy, Optical Microscopy, Surface Analysis, Chromatography, Data Analysis, Research, Collaboration, Communication, Sustainability, Project Management

Industry

Chemical Manufacturing

Description

Company Description Beckers is the number one supplier of coil coatings and a leading supplier of industrial paints worldwide. The company is a true pioneer in providing unique, high-performance coating solutions that improve customer competitiveness while protecting people and planet. With expertise based on its 150-year history, Beckers today is a global company with 1,800 employees in 23 locations in 17 countries, providing products and custom-made solutions to customers in 60 countries around the world. Beckers is owned by Lindéngruppen, a Swedish family business with a focus on the long-term development of industrial companies. Beckers’ corporate headquarters are in Berlin, Germany. Job Description Development of FutureLab AME (FAME) group capabilities and support of Beckers Group Global objectives: Coordination & execution of R&D projects according to project pipeline / key milestones. Ability to effectively organize, process, interpret and present results (large amounts of data) across multiple concurrent projects. Effectively communicate with key regional & international technical groups within Beckers R&D community. Build understanding of industry trends with respect to coating technology, application technology, analytical techniques through research / information gathering, both from within Beckers and external sources. Implementation of Beckers Sustainability objectives, tools, and initiatives in accordance with RIC and supervisors’ directives. Supervision of technicians including training, growth development, work plans and time management. General R&D laboratory management of routine processes including equipment maintenance and ensuring safety standards. Networking with suppliers, industrial partners, and academic partners towards collaborative projects Qualifications PhD in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Material Science, or related subject. Minimum 3 years of postdoctoral and/or industrial R&D experience, preferably in coatings, polymers, or closely related fields. Strong hands-on expertise with analytical techniques including FTIR, DSC, UV–VIS–NIR spectroscopy, and optical microscopy. Experience with additional techniques such as surface analysis, chromatography, or related advanced characterization methods is required. Excellent command of English; proficiency in additional regional languages is an advantage Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to assimilate complex scientific concepts and analyze and interpret large and complex data sets. Willingness to travel both regionally and internationally as required. Highly curious, innovative, and collaborative, with a strong ambition to build a long-term research-focused career. Additional Information Research information related to analytical support projects. Information management through effective command of relevant IT tools / software. Source new raw materials and evaluate performance. Formulate and evaluate coatings systems. Source new equipment and upgrades to improve LTDA capabilities. Commitment to fulfilling Goal Agreements and KPIs Build relationships through trust and integrity. Promote collaboration and cooperation within the team and with other departments. Open-minded with a willingness to take ownership of new challenges.

Responsibilities

The Senior Chemist will coordinate and execute R&D projects, ensuring alignment with Beckers Group Global objectives. They will also manage laboratory processes, supervise technicians, and engage in networking for collaborative projects.