Senior Researcher

Are you a forward-thinking R&D professional enthusiastic about polymer materials and technology? Dive into a collaborative role where you'll support innovation through diverse development projects and conduct thorough analysis on polymer microstructure, properties, and processing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participation in R&D projects within cable insulation materials and cable technology
• Facilitate innovation projects regarding polymer-based materials development, characterization, and processing
• Conducting experimental work and analysis on polymers relevant to the projects
• Contributing in external consulting assignments, from discussions with customers and planning to execution and reporting
• Secure high quality in all deliveries, while being efficient
• Responsible for upkeeping of relevant lab instruments
• Project management with financial and technical follow-up

R&D Scientist within polymer material properties and characterization

We are looking for a team member with interest and hands-on experience in experimental laboratory work related to polymer materials. The role requires engaging collaboratively, possessing clear verbal and written communication skills, creative problem-solving, and a natural inquisitiveness for complex issues.

Apart from this, you do also have:

• Ph.D. degree or Master's degree with industrial experience in polymer materials and technology
• Experience in different techniques for polymer characterization and processing; e.g. DSC, DMA, Rheology, FTIR, TGA, Compounding
• Theoretical knowledge of physical properties and processing of polymers
• Knowledge about high voltage insulation, theory and experiments is meritorious
• Knowledge of ionic/molecular diffusion and permeability in polymer materials is also meritorious
• Project management skills with and good business understanding
• Skilled at performing tasks autonomously and collaboratively within a team framework
• Natural skills in networking

Collaborate, Navigate and Evolve

NKT is committed to fostering a diverse organization and a culture where people from diverse backgrounds can thrive and are inspired to perform at their best. We believe that a diverse organization enables sustainable performance, and that an inclusive and welcoming culture makes for a better place to work.

In addition to competitive salary packages, our company provides a range of enticing benefits including flexible working hours, comprehensive health insurance coverage, wellness programs, and opportunities for professional development and growth.

Sounds interesting? Then we would like to speak to you. Even if you do not tick all the boxes – If you are motivated, have potential, and want to contribute to our growth, even if you do not meet all the requirements, we encourage you to apply.

We will review applications continuously, but we recommend you apply no later than 10th November. Be aware that personality and cognitive tests might be included in the recruitment process.