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Yapichem Kimya Sanayi A.Ş

Yapıchem Kimya San. A.Ş. is a leading construction chemicals producer in the global construction market with three production facilities and headquarters located in Turkey and a wide export sales network.We are looking for aResearch and Development Specialist for our rapidly growing organization to head our R&D department located in our main factory in Tuzla, Istanbul. The successful candidate should have the following qualifications:

Qualifications

• BS degree in Chemistry from a reputable technical university
• MSc Degree or PhD in organic chemistry
• Advanced knowledge of polymer science
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 
• Excellent communication, problem solving, and organizational skills 
• Self-motivation and willingness to work in various R&D areas
• Resident of the Anatolian Side of Istanbul (Preferably near Tuzla Region)

Job Description

• Managing existing R&D projects and creating new projects as per business goals.
• Improving existing conditions and processes, by working on new/alternative raw materials, cost-cutting measures, new formulations, reactions, compounds, product performance enhancements and all applicable R&D goals.
• Following local and international developments in the industry, the necessary technical literature, related patents, and customer feedback to stay current in project development.
• Working closely with production, product development, purchasing departments and conducting feasibility studies to ensure success of R&D projects.
• Preparing project files to apply to R&D funds and grants when the project scope and particulars call for it.
• Following intellectual property laws, R&D related laws, legislations, and grants.