R&D Chemists Steel Protection

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE

We are looking to strengthening two of our Steel Protection environments in our R&D organization and are now looking for two skilled and engaged chemists to become our new colleagues.

One position will join our Steel Protection – Technology team. In this role, you will work with development of new paint technologies from early-stage concepts to the new technologies are ready to be used in innovation projects. The team also works with new test methods.

The other position will be a part of our Steel Protection – Topcoat Innovations department who works with innovation projects, developing new Topcoats as part of steel protection paint systems.

In both teams, you will be a key contributor to exciting projects in an international company in growth. You will have the opportunity to work hands‑on in the laboratory and collaborate with skilled colleagues across different functions. If you have a chemist background and are motivated by innovation, cooperation and technical challenges, we would like to see your application.

The position will be located at our headquarter in Sandefjord, Norway. Please state in your application if you are only interested in only one or both of the positions.

Responsibilities

For both positions, laboratory work will be a key part of your workday. You will also be expected to communicate findings and results both verbally and in writing to provide advice and recommendations for good decision-making. You are expected to follow HSEQ procedures, use safety equipment, keep safety documentation up-to-date, and maintain a tidy workspace.

In addition:

• Be responsible for assigned products, assets, projects, or tasks and follow up towards stakeholders to ensure that the quality satisfies the requirements and are according to relevant procedures and regulations.

• Independently execute required projects and tasks by e.g. planning, formulating, testing, and evaluating results and raw materials according to procedures and plans.

• Run and coordinate larger tasks by planning and follow-up, to reach timelines and quality according to budget and available resources.

• Contribute to defining and initiating new tasks and contribute professionally within own area, internally and externally, to increase quality of plans and execution.

• Have competence and experience in own area to coach colleagues and actively develop the area according to the needs of the company, market trends, and strategic direction.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND WHAT WE OFFER

What We Look for

Chemist in Steel Protection – Technology department

• Msc. or higher in chemistry, material technology or other relevant fields

• Some experience with research-related tasks is considered a plus

Chemist in Steel Protection – Topcoat Innovations

• Msc. or higher within chemistry or other relevant fields

• Some years of relevant experience within chemical research and development is preferable

• An interest in the practical side of research and development-work

It’s considered advantageous in both positions to be proficient with project work, and either have experience or be interested in working with project management. In addition, generally good IT and English skills are also required in both positions.

Personal requirements

For these positions, we are seeking candidates who are proactive and self-driven. Strong analytical skills and a cooperative mindset are also considered essential. We also consider the following personal competencies as important:

• You come up with original and creative ideas and solutions, challenge conventional thinking, and support change and innovation

• You follow the policies and processes of the company, execute plans with dedication and determination, and deliver high quality results

• You have expert skills and knowledge in own field and appreciate ongoing professional learning

What we offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits

• Continuous learning opportunities and training activities through on-the-job training and our in-house learning Jotun Academy

• Career development opportunities across multiple disciplines and geographies

• Leaders who focus on engaging and enabling their team, proven by consistently high employee feedback scores

• A supportive and inclusive company culture where you can be your authentic self, and where we have an informal work environment with few hierarchies

• A focus on having fun together through team buildings and social activities

POSITION INFORMATION
 

Company:

Jotun A/S

Contract type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

CLOSING DATE (dd.mm.yyyy):

15.02.2026

WHO WE ARE

Jotun has protected property for almost a century – from iconic buildings to beautiful homes. ​As one of the world's leading paints and coatings manufacturers, we combine high quality with creativity and innovations.

Jotun's global headquarters is located in Sandefjord, Norway. Here, Jotun Norway has 1000 employees working in state-of-the-art facilities covering services from local factory operations at Vindal to global product development in our new research and development centre at Sandefjord, one of Northern Europe's largest privately owned R&D centres. The administration centre for Europe and Central Asia is located in Sandefjord, together with our local Norwegian operations.

We provide various career opportunities in finance and administration, IT, sales and marketing, supply chain, engineering, technical, and research and development.

Jotun is committed to an ambitious growth strategy. We believe that the real value in our companies is our employees, both as individuals and as teams. We focus on providing our employees with meaningful and challenging work, rewarding them through continued learning and development driven by our values of Loyalty, Care, Respect and Boldness.

Visit our Career Page to learn more about life at Jotun.

Jotun’s company culture welcomes and values differences in people. Our more than 10,200 employees on all continents represent 90 nationalities, four generations and a diversity of professions, genders, abilities, ethnicities, beliefs, cultures, etc. We are committed to representing the societies we operate in, promoting equality, equity and zero-tolerance for discrimination.

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If you think this role is what you could do next, apply now!