Research Engineer / Research Technician, Sustainable chemistry

Updated: over 2 years ago
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 25 Nov 2021

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to work on with the transition of chemical industry from fossil-based to bio-based and circular feedstocks? Would you like to do impactful research in the cutting edge of natural sciences with superb colleagues who are top expert in their field? VTT might be just the place for you.

 VTT is one of the leading applied research organisations in Europe. What unites us are curiosity, a passion for learning and a purpose: to solve the biggest challenges of our time and turn them into sustainable growth and well-being. Our cross-disciplinary community of over 2000 brilliant minds is focused on creating impact through science-based innovation. In recent years, we have created ground-breaking innovations such as the world's fastest and most accurate radiation detector, a cancer-sniffing sensor device for smartphones, and a headphone set entirely made of microbial materials. Get to know us further by exploring VTT’s research infra at VTT World  

We are now looking for a Research Engineer or Research Technician to join our Industrial Synthesis and Catalysis team.

In this role, you will have an essential contribution to our research activities in the areas of biomass valorisation, carbon dioxide utilization, circular plastics and renewable chemicals.

We are offering very versatile work in the frontier of sustainable chemistry and a possibility to develop your skills in catalysis, reaction engineering and analytics.


With us you will be responsible for

Your primary responsibility will be carrying out experimental work in our research projects in the field of catalytic processes. The work includes synthesis and characterization of catalysts, modification and construction of laboratory scale reactors, operation and maintenance of the test units. Occasional participation in pilot campaigns or activities at customer’s premises is possible. You will act as a role model in laboratory safety and quality.


Who we are looking for

The position can be partially tailored to fit your skills & interests, but we prefer candidates who fulfil most of the below criteria

  • Previous experience with laboratory work or industrial process operation
  • Experience with chemical processes and catalysis is an advantage
  • B.Sc. or similar degree in Engineering or laboratory technician degree
  • Familiarity with chemical analytical techniques, gas chromatography in particular
  • Good English and Finnish skills

As a person, we hope that you are

We are looking for an individual with a strong drive, take-charge attitude and ability to deliver. Working in a project environment requires open mind, high flexibility and ability to learn new things quickly. Our team strongly welcomes supportive and collaborative mindset.


What we offer you
  • Inspiring and dynamic work environment and excellent facilities to carry out successful research in sustainable chemistry and catalysis. VTT works on the cutting-edge of natural sciences, and we’ve invested into building state-of-the-art research facilities for natural sciences, such as the Bioruukki pilot infrastructure for bio- and circular economy. Our research agenda is dedicated to solving systemic and technological challenges, such as reaching carbon neutrality and unleashing the power of synthetic biology. That means that at VTT, your expertise in natural sciences will go towards creating real impact. Read more about our strategy – the path of exponential hope .
  • Superb colleagues and community. With VTT, you’ll join a community of over 2000 multidisciplinary experts who foster a culture of trust, openness and sharing knowledge. We work truly across disciplines, and house all the cutting-edge sciences from quantum computing to synthetic biology under one roof. Collaborating with superb colleagues is a source of learning, inspiration, and fun.  
  • Excellent career in research. At VTT, excellence in research is a strategic priority. We offer long-term positions and stable career paths in top-level research. People tend to stay with us over 10 years since there are always new roles and responsibilities to grow into. A combination of cutting-edge academic research and applied customer projects keeps your career path interesting.
  • Support for your well-being. Our people are our main asset, so we take good care of them. We aim to nurture great team spirit and leadership and offer versatile well-being services to enable a good work–life balance. On top of 6 weeks of paid holidays we offer exercise and culture benefits, hobby clubs, and voluntary well-being services such as meditation programmes and trainings on cognitive ergonomics.     

Apply now and join our community of brilliant minds!

Please send your CV and application with your salary request via our recruitment system as soon as possible but at the latest by 25 th of November 2021. Application and CV can be either in Finnish or in English. We will process applications as they come in, and fill in the position as soon as we find the right candidate.

Interested and want to hear more?

For further information, please contact

Alexander Reznichenko, Research Team Leader tel. +358 50 346 4653  e-mail: [email protected]  Call time November 9thnd, 13.00-14.00 (English)

Johanna Kihlman, Senior Scientist, tel. +358 40 357 5136  e-mail: [email protected]   Call time November 11thrd, 10.00-11.00 (Finnish or English)

We look forward to hearing from you!

Apply between 3 November 2021 and 25 November 2021 23:59 (Europe/Helsinki)

Employment type: Full time, Permanent


VTT

VTT is a visionary research, development and innovation partner. We drive sustainable growth and tackle the biggest global challenges of our time and turn them into growth opportunities. We go beyond the obvious to help the society and companies to grow through technological innovations. We have over 75 years of experience of top-level research and science-based results. VTT´s turnover and other operating income is 258 M€. VTT is at the sweet spot where innovation and business come together.

VTT – beyond the obvious.



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