Senior Researcher

Senior Researcher – Analytical Chemistry, Cellulose Derivatives

We are looking for a Senior Researcher with a strong foundation in analytical chemistry, who brings precision, curiosity and a hands-on approach to method development to join our team. Does that sound like you?

At Nouryon, our global team takes positive action every day, to reach higher collectively and individually. We create innovative and sustainable solutions for our customers to answer society's needs – today and in the future.

About the job

As part of our PC&A Cellulose Derivatives team in Äänekoski, you will be providing a crucial service in product development, directly supporting application R&D teams and production improvements, and contributing a valuable input to future innovations. 

In your future role as Senior Researcher, PC&A Cellulose Derivatives you will

• Plan, execute, and report with statistical relevance analytical studies
• Take ownership of the accuracy, timeliness, and quality of analytical results and reporting
• Improve and expand our analytical capabilities
• Maintain and oversee the condition of analytical equipment
• Contribute to a safe working environment by following safety policies

We believe you bring

• An MSc in Chemistry, or an equivalent applicable field
• Strong expertise in analytical techniques and instruments, especially in chromatography (LC and GC), but not excluding basic wet chemistry
• Experience in method development and validation
• Good written and spoken English skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail, with strong planning and problem-solving skills

Great if you have

• A PhD in analytical chemistry
• Experience in synthesis and working with polysaccharides and/or other polymers
• Experience in usage of statistical tools

We believe you are…

You display strong technical expertise, enjoy problem solving, and do not hesitate to think outside the box for solutions. You accept responsibility and hold yourself accountable for delivering high-quality work. You follow policies and procedures carefully, especially when it comes to safety, and you're driven to keep developing your own skills. You work well independently and as part of a team, always keeping safety front of mind.

We offer you

You'll join our R&D team in Äänekoski with more than 100 years of experience combined in cellulose derivatives. This position offers diverse tasks with opportunities to grow your analytical expertise and where you get to apply your knowledge, skills, and wit.

Have we got your interest?

Please apply via our online recruitment system by September 30^th 2026. We will not accept applications via e-mail. Once it's with us we will review to see if we have a match between your skills and the role!

For more information about our hiring process, visit: nouryon.com/careers/how-we-hire/

We look forward to receiving your application!

About Nouryon

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Contact

For additional information about the vacancy please contact hiring manager Reeta Salminen, Scientist / Team lead, reeta.salminen@nouryon.com.

If you have any questions about the recruitment process or your application or need assistance, please contact: Sari Vertanen, HRBP, sari.vertanen@nouryon.com  

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