Junior Researcher

Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

About the role:

• Our Development & Application team, composed of 7 people and integrated into the Research & Innovation department, focuses on market development through new applications and/or new products, working closely with the Commercial and Marketing teams.
• As a Junior Researcher, you will work on innovation projects, market development initiatives, and technical support activities to help the business. You will get the opportunity to contribute to the production of essential chemicals and make a positive impact on the community and the world for generations to come.
• You will be responsible for:
  • Defining, supervising, and/or conducting experiments and studies related to projects, critically analyzing and reviewing results, according to Solvay's project management requirements and procedures.
  • Continuously reporting progress, successes, challenges, and results to the manager, as well as sharing validated technical information and results with various stakeholders (such as leadership, project team, etc.), ensuring proper knowledge management and Intellectual Property protection.
  • Guiding interns, assistants, and/or colleagues in the lab, providing necessary technical support.
  • Actively participating in the scientific community and monitoring new technologies to enhance the team’s knowledge of relevant scientific and technological information, both locally and globally with other Research & Innovation groups.
  • Carrying out activities according to the area’s documents (Analysis Procedures, Equipment Operation Procedures, etc.), proposing improvements and/or highlighting the need for new documents.
  • Supporting Quality Management System audits and the current Responsible Care Program, as well as total commitment to Health, Safety, and Environmental rules.
• We offer a permanent contract based on a hybrid work model (4:1).

About you

• Relevant education or equivalent degree in Chemistry or Industrial Chemistry.
• Relevant work experience in key applications of solvents, phenol, and derivatives.
• Competencies:
  • Organic Chemistry
  • Analytical Chemistry
  • Formulation development and stability testing
  • Various application tests
• Behaviors:
  • Organization
  • Creativity
  • Collaboration
  • Initiative

About the pay and benefits

• Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. While the primary country base pay reasonably expected for this role is R$ 108.000,00 to R$ 135.000,00 (Annual Base Salary with Periculosidade and 13º already included) , your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.
• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
• Prioritization of well-being: work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
• Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses in 24 languages.

About us

• Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes. As a world-leading company with €4.9 billion in net sales in 2023 and listings on Euronext Brussels and Paris (SOLB), its unwavering commitment drives the transition to a carbon-neutral future by 2050, underscoring its dedication to sustainability and a fair and just transition.
• At Solvay, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

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