Scientist – Barrier Coatings

Location: Town of Belgium

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Wommelgem, Belgium time type:
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Posted Todayjob requisition :
R0026472
** About the Role
** As a
** Scientist – Barrier Coatings**, you will play a key role in the development of innovative, sustainable barrier coating solutions for paper, board, and molded fiber applications, with a strong focus on food service packaging.

You will combine hands-on laboratory work with cross-functional collaboration, contributing from early-stage concept development through pilot scale-up and commercial validation. This is a technically driven role requiring deep formulation expertise, strong analytical skills, and close cooperation with application, marketing, and commercial teams.
** Key Responsibilities
*** Develop and optimize
** barrier coating formulations
** for paper, board, and molded fiber articles, primarily for food service applications
* Provide technical support for existing barrier and coating products
* Build and apply fundamental understanding of coating components and their contribution to overall performance
* Develop expertise in surface application of barrier coatings on molded fiber substrates
* Propose and develop new formulations from concept to pilot and commercial scale
* Plan, conduct, and analyze laboratory experiments and translate results into actionable conclusions
* Coordinate day-to-day activities of one or more lab technicians
* Work closely with the paper applications team and other R&D colleagues
* Review patent and scientific literature in the relevant field
* Collaborate with marketing, application, and commercial teams on evaluation and validation plans
* Participate in pilot and commercial coating trials, including on-site customer testing
* Conduct hazard reviews and ensure compliance with laboratory safety standards
* Document experimental work and present findings and recommendations to stakeholders
** Your Profile
*** M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Polymer Chemistry, Bio-Polymer Science, Materials Science, or a related field
* 3–10 years of industrial R&D experience in paints, inks, or coatings formulation
* Experience with barrier coatings, printing technologies, or molded fiber applications is a strong advantage
* Strong expertise in polymer chemistry, emulsion chemistry, latex technologies, or coating formulations
* Experience with bio-based or bio-renewable technologies is highly desirable
* Strong interest in sustainability and circular materials
* Fluent in
** Dutch and English (both required)
*** Proficient in MS Office tools
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Structured, analytical, and hands-on approach
* Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work in cross-functional environments
** What We Offer
*** A technically challenging R&D position with high impact on sustainable packaging solutions
* Opportunity to contribute to innovative, bio-based technologies
* Collaboration in an international, multidisciplinary environment
* Room for professional growth and development

If you are looking for a role where you can combine scientific depth with practical application and cross-functional collaboration, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of a team shaping the future of sustainable packaging solutions.

At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation; comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance and a 401(k) plan; and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or in the field, consider joining our team.

Solenis is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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