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
Interested?
Are you passionate about polymer chemistry, sustainable materials, and developing innovative coating technologies that make a real impact?
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.