Researcher in polymer and composites - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Are you a researcher with doctoral degree who wants to contribute to the development towards a circular bioeconomy? If so, we are looking for you!

RISE division Bioeconomy and Health is now looking for a researcher with a PhD or equivalent degree to be part of our team working on composites with high content of biobased components. We conduct research and industrial assignments where we develop and evaluate new biobased materials and composites, all the way from raw material via process development to evaluation of properties in labs and semi industrial scale.

About the position
In your role as a researcher, you are expected to be able to work both independently and in a team. Your work will involve the development of our activities in the area of biobased materials and composites as well as the implementation, evaluation and reporting of achievements to the scientific community and to the public. As a researcher you are expected to apply for funding from external financiers, be part of our sales group and initiate new projects and industrial assignments.

Location: Stockholm, Sweden.

Who are you?
You are a researcher with a doctoral degree with solid experience in the field of applied polymer science. To be successful in the role, we believe that you are structured and innovative. You appreciate challenges and are capable to handle multiple tasks in parallel. You are curious, driven and have good communication skills. We also expect that you have excellent skills in technical/scientific English, in both writing and speaking. Good knowledge and experience in polymer chemistry and composite technology is a merit.

Are we right for each other?
At RISE, we are of the opinion that it is through collaboration that we develop new knowledge and competence for the future. We are convinced that diversity contributes to an innovative environment where we together challenge borders. At RISE, applied researchers meet to solve society’s important, and perhaps most exciting, problems. With us you get the opportunity to make a real difference. Welcome to the Swedish research institute and innovation partner.

Welcome with your application!
If this sounds exciting and you want to know more, please contact Dr. Fredrik Berthold, +46 (0)76-876 73 51 or Section Manager Stig Bardage, +46 (0)10-516 62 06. The deadline for applications is 6th of January 2020.

We respectfully decline calls from external recruitment companies and agencies.

Scientist, researcher, polymer, composite, chemistry, technology, biobased, Stockholm