Teijin Holdings Europe is currently seeking a motivated, and result-oriented , who wants to contribute to a more sustainable society. The position will be based at Teijin’s Brightlands Innovation Center (TBIC) located in Geleen, The Netherlands, which directly reports to the Environmental Solution Division of Teijin Limited in Tokyo (Japan). This role gives an opportunity to play a key role in the development of new materials enabling energy transition with a focus on electrochemical applications, CO2 capture and conversion, and water treatment.
Position, Scope, Responsibilities and Qualifications:
Position:
Researcher Scientist at the Brightlands Innovation Center (TBIC), part of the Environmental Solution Division (ESD) of Teijin Ltd. Reporting to Director Teijin Brightlands Innovation Center (TBIC), based in Geleen, The Netherlands.
Scope:
We are looking for a curious and hands-on Research Scientist with a passion for developing and testing advanced materials for electrochemical applications. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team working on innovative solutions in the field of sustainability and clean energy. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys making new materials, testing their performance, and building experimental setups to explore new ideas.
Responsibilities:
- Design, synthesize, and manufacture ion exchange membranes, electrodes, and membrane electrode assemblies (MEAs).
- Develop and build electrochemical cells and custom test setups.
- Perform electrochemical and physical testing to evaluate material performance (e.g., performance, durability, conductivity).
- Analyze experimental data and contribute to the development of new materials and processes.
- Support the growth of the electrochemical lab by helping to expand its capabilities and infrastructure.
- Collaborate closely with internal and external partners in a dynamic R&D environment.
Job requirements / Qualifications:
- MSc or PhD in chemistry or a related field, with knowledge about electrochemistry is a strong requirement.
- 2-5 years of practical experience in the areas of electrocatalysis, material synthesis, electrochemical cells, water electrolysis, polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cells or electrolysis.
Required Competencies:
Entrepreneurial spirit, creative, result oriented, self-motivated. Good analytical and data analysis skills. Fluent in English. Open to work in a multicultural and international team. Sense of humor.
What we offer:
There are great opportunities for you as a Researcher Electrochemistry. In addition to our leading international working environment, we also offer:
- Competitive salary depending on education and experience with a range around 55-80K gross per year.
- Days off: 37 vacation/leave days.
- Secondary employment conditions: 8.00% vacation pay, a competitive pension with low personal contribution, and a bonus scheme of up to 10%.
- Allowances: Home working allowance and travel allowance of €0.23 per kilometer.
- A contribution to your vitality of € 25, - per month for your sports membership.
- Be part of pioneering research that supports a cleaner, more sustainable future.
Information and application:
If this is the job you are looking for please apply via the button below. For more information, please contact Anke Bovens via email > [email protected]
An assessment and screening may form part of the application procedure.
About Teijin:
Teijin is a technology-driven global enterprise offering advanced solutions in the areas of environmental value; safety, security and disaster mitigation; and demographic change and increased health consciousness. Its main fields of operation are high-performance fibers such as aramid, carbon fibers & composites, healthcare, films, resin & plastic processing, polyester fibers, products converting and IT. The group has some 170 companies and around 19,000 employees spread out over 20 countries worldwide.
The Japanese chemicals company Teijin has a satellite office at Brightlands Chemelot Campus, an international open-innovation community active in performance materials, sustainable processes and biomedical solutions in Sittard-Geleen, to further activate communication with external innovation communities and research institutes within the Dutch chemicals industry ecosystem.
Soort dienstverband: Fulltime
Salaris: €55.000,00 - €80.000,00 per jaar
Arbeidsvoorwaarden:
- Bedrijfsfitness
- Dienstreizen vergoeding
- Extra vakantiedagen
- Gezondheidsprogramma
- Pensioen
- Reiskostenvergoeding
Opleiding:
- Master (Vereist)
Taal:
- Engels (Vereist)
Werklocatie: Fysiek
