Researcher I

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Let's Paint the Picture of the Role:

Are you ready to contribute to the future of Aerospace coatings? As a Researcher I at AkzoNobel, you'll be at the heart of developing, executing, and analyzing experiments that support recipe maintenance and innovation within Aerospace coatings. You'll work on cutting-edge projects, using advanced research methodologies to optimize processes and deliver impactful solutions. If you're driven by innovation and eager to influence the industry, this role offers a dynamic and rewarding opportunity.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver results on time for small projects, ensuring quality and feasibility according to business needs.
• Correctly apply and use methodologies, tools, and systems within the R&D framework.
• Protect AkzoNobel technologies through rigorous research and development practices.
• Provide functional guidance to Specialists and Technicians in the team.
• Maintain and promote a safe work environment, adhering to all safety policies and procedures.
• Plan, execute, analyze, interpret, and report experiments within R&D, communicating findings to stakeholders.
• Utilize statistical experimental design to optimize research outcomes.
• Identify and implement process optimizations and technical solutions within Aerospace coatings.
• Stay current on and improve relevant research methods, ensuring knowledge retention through reports and literature.
• Participate in projects, ensuring the timely execution and delivery of technical results.
• Independently communicate with internal and external stakeholders, including customers, on project progress and results.
• Formulate and present solution directions, offering advice both proactively and upon request.
• Support colleagues with technical knowledge and contribute to their development.

What do you need to have to be successful in this role?

• Academic science-based degree in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, or a related field.
• Typically 6-9 years of R&D experience with a Bachelor's Degree, or
• Typically 1-3 years of R&D experience with a Master's Degree, or
• Typically 0-2 years of R&D experience with a PhD.
• Knowledge of paint, particularly Aerospace coatings, is an advantage.
• Ambition to learn, grow, and drive results, with strong self-organization skills.
• A team player who thrives in collaborative project environments.
• Excellent communication skills across all organizational levels, with the ability to represent the department to internal and external stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and institutes.
• Experience with or a strong affinity for providing guidance to others, with potential to grow in leadership skills.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

What do we offer in return?

• Above average number of annual holidays (46 days off).
• Participation in the AkzoNobel pension plan.
• Fixed bonus.
• Travel expenses to and from work.
• Opportunities for ongoing education and professional development.
• Participation in events and networking platforms.
• Discount on AkzoNobel products.

More information and how to apply:

We welcome your online application via If you have questions about the role or the interview process, please contact Marcel Thor at

It is essential that you have a visa that allows you to work in the Netherlands. The recruitment process includes a selection of the best applications received, interview rounds, and further steps. An online assessment and employment screening might be part of the selection process.

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At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.

Requisition ID: 41744

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