R&D Lab Technician - Formulations & Dispersions Development

Are you passionate about chemistry and innovation? Do you enjoy hands-on lab work combined with process optimization? Then this role might be a great fit for you.

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Your role

As an R&D Lab Technician, you will join the Formulations & Dispersions Development (FDD) team. You will contribute to the development and scale-up of new formulations such as dispersions, solutions, and emulsions for various business units (including inks, membranes, and functional coatings).

You play a key role in bridging research and production.

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Your responsibilities

• Prepare and evaluate dispersions, solutions, emulsions, and other formulations at pilot scale

• Conduct process investigations and contribute to process optimization in collaboration with the Research Leader

• Perform quality control analyses to support research and customer deliveries

• Accurately document and report results, data, and observations

• Support the scale-up and introduction of new formulations into production

• Maintain laboratory and analytical equipment

• Manage stock of raw materials and consumables

• Ensure safety and health aspects are considered in all experiments

• Actively participate in safety initiatives and contribute to continuous improvement

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Your profile

• A bachelor degree or Secondary degree, preferable in a technical / chemical field of study

• Comfortable working independently in a lab environment with strong attention to safety, order, and cleanliness

• Hands-on mentality; not afraid of physical work

• Strong sense of responsibility, well-organized, and goal-oriented

• Proactive, analytical, and solution-driven

• Good communication and reporting skills; a true team player

• Able to adapt quickly and manage multiple experiments or environments

• Technical knowledge (pumps, valves, electricity, mechanics, etc.) is a strong plus

• Willing to occasionally work in shifts

• Fluent in Dutch; knowledge of English is an asset (or willingness to learn)

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What we offer

• A small, dynamic, and supportive team

• A diverse and impactful role in an innovative environment

• Opportunities to grow across multiple fields (colloid chemistry, polymer chemistry, analytical chemistry, technology, etc.)