Polymer Scientist | Wissenschaftler Polymere (m/w/d)

FERCHAU GmbH Niederlassung Bochum

Gelsenkirchen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Feb 23, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

As a Polymer Scientist within the chemical industry, you will serve as a technical expert bridging the gap between scientific theory and industrial operations. Your day-to-day responsibilities involve providing high-level scientific information to support process engineers, conducting 3rd-line troubleshooting for complex plant issues, and modeling process plants to identify efficiency and sustainability improvements. You will be a key specialist in catalyst systems for PE and PP polymerization, managing how raw materials and process parameters influence final product properties. Additionally, you will coordinate essential plant trials, manage technical documentation, and maintain strategic contacts for product launches. This role is ideal for an experienced professional looking to take ownership of sophisticated industrial solutions within a collaborative environment that offers strong benefits, including a comprehensive onboarding program and long-term career development opportunities.

Required Skills

Education

Master's degree or equivalent in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering from a University or Technical University.

Experience

  • 3-5 years of professional experience in polymer manufacturing preferred
  • Professional experience in the chemical industry
  • Experience in modeling process plants and deriving improvement potentials
  • Experience with EHSS management systems is an advantage
  • Proven experience in coordinating plant trials and technical reporting

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Knowledge of local requirements for operating polymer plants according to the German Major Accident Ordinance (Störfallverordnung) is required.