Research Scientist Polymer Chemistry | Research Scientist Polymerchemie (m/w/d)

Brunel GmbH NL Rosenheim

Rosenheim, Oberbayern, Bayern, Deutschland
Published Sep 30, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role is ideal for a dedicated Research Scientist specializing in Polymer Chemistry, focusing on the planning and execution of polymer and precursor syntheses. Day-to-day tasks involve rigorous product cleaning, characterization, and evaluation, utilizing advanced analytical techniques like GPC, NMR, and UV-Vis. A key responsibility is optimizing and scaling existing synthesis processes to facilitate successful transfer into production. The successful candidate will actively contribute to R&D projects, collaborate across sites, and ensure strict adherence to quality, safety, and environmental standards, particularly when handling hazardous materials. This permanent position offers continuous professional development opportunities within a dynamic, cross-industry environment, requiring strong initiative, creativity, and expertise in controlled radical polymerization methods.

Required Skills

Education

University degree in Chemistry with a focus on Polymer Chemistry/Macromolecular Chemistry, ideally a PhD or a Master's degree

Experience

  • Practical experience in preparative chemistry
  • Experience in the synthesis and modification of homo- and copolymers, particularly using controlled radical polymerization (e.g., ATRP, RAFT)
  • Knowledge in the creation, functionalization, and evaluation of customized polymer structures
  • Experience in scale-up and process development is advantageous
  • Initial professional experience (if holding a Master's degree)

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Not specified