Junior R&D Specialist

Your responsibilities

• Conduct physical and chemical analyses for assigned projects under supervision.
• Perform characterization tests on raw materials, prototypes and finished products, ensuring accuracy and repeatability.
• Work in full compliance with laboratory safety rules and chemical handling procedures.
• Support product development according to formulation targets defined by the R&D Manager.
• Assist in benchmarking activities and periodic characterization of Kerakoll and competitor products.
• Support industrialization and validation phases for assigned products.
• Maintain technical documentation ensuring correctness, traceability and compliance with internal standards.
• Update laboratory records, test logs and product files in digital tools (SharePoint / internal systems).
• Provide initial data analysis and communicate results to the R&D Manager.
• Collaborate with Quality Control to define testing requirements for raw materials and finished goods.
• Support Product Marketing in application tests and evaluation meetings.
• Assist in interactions with suppliers during raw material sampling.
• Participate in certification tests and support preparation of required documentation.
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities within R&D.

Our requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Biotechnologies or a related field.
• Up to 3 years of experience in a laboratory or R&D environment (experience is an asset).
• Basic understanding of laboratory methods and material behaviour.
• Strong analytical skills and willingness to learn.
• Problem-solving mindset and curiosity for innovation.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to use MS Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint) and readiness to learn internal digital systems (SAP, LIMS, SharePoint).
• Polish language required; English A2+ preferred.

What we offer

• Opportunity to grow within an international company and learn from experienced specialists.
• Participation in real product development and improvement projects.
• Professional development, training and exposure to advanced laboratory technologies.
• Friendly and collaborative working environment.

• Accuracy and repeatability of results.
• Respect of assigned deadlines.
• Compliance with laboratory methods and safety protocols.
• Quality and completeness of documentation.
• Demonstration of an appropriate level of independence for a junior position.