Are you interested in a career within Research & Development? Do you want to develop your knowledge in the paint and coatings area? Are you a student? And do you want to join a global company and get experience from working in an international environment? If yes, then this is the position for you!
This is what you can look forward to
As a Student Lab Assistant you will be assisting Hempel’s R&D technicians in the preparation and/or testing of products. You will be part of the Global Raw Material and Formulation Management team which is consisting of 10 employees at the moment.
Your daily task:
- Preparation of laboratory paint samples and application of test specimens in a timely and organized method following established standard procedures
- Carry out relevant tests on paint samples
- Prepare accurate and complete records to be completed for traceability of work carried out
- Ensure maintenance, safety and tidiness of equipment used in R&D laboratory
- Follow all guidelines and Group procedures regarding Health & Safety and Environment
The ideal candidate
We imagine that you are currently studying a Master/Bachelor degree in Chemistry or a related study. You are carrying out studies to become a chemical/pharmaceutical laboratory technician. Beside that you have a genuine interest in working within Research & Development and find the chemistry in paint and coatings interesting. As a person you have a good eye for details and it comes natural for you to work organised and structured. Finally, you are a good team player and have a positive mindset. As English is our corporate language you need to be fluent in English both verbal and in writing.
Global career possibilities
In Hempel we offer a variety of global career possibilities and many cross functional and cross cultural working relationships. We strive to create the right conditions for personal and professional development.
Join a global company where the employees are truly passionate about delivering the best in everything they do. With business in mind and people at heart we always work together to influence our road ahead. We want you to be part of our growth journey and of a great, global family.
Application and further information
To apply for this position, please submit your application letter with a CV in English via our recruitment system by clicking the link ‘Apply‘. Final deadline for applications 18 May 2022. For further information about the job, please contact R&D Manager Thomas Boeder, on [email protected].
Application due
2022-05-22Seniority Level
InternshipJob Functions
Other, Research, ScienceIndustry
Chemicals
Across the globe, Hempel’s coatings solutions protect surfaces, structures and equipment. They extend asset lifetimes, reduce maintenance costs and make homes and workplaces safer and more colourful. Hempel was founded in Copenhagen, Denmark in 1915 by J.C. Hempel, and is solely owned by the Hempel Foundation, which not only ensures a solid economic base for the company, but is dedicated to making a difference in the world by empowering children to learn, supporting coatings science and sustaining biodiversity.
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What We Do
As a world-leading supplier of trusted coating solutions, Hempel is a global company with strong values, working with customers in the decorative, marine, infrastructure and energy industries. Hempel factories, R&D centres and stock points are established in every region.
Hempel’s paints and coatings protect and beautify buildings, infrastructure and other assets, and play an essential role in our customers’ businesses. They help minimise maintenance costs, improve aesthetics and increase energy efficiency.
At Hempel, our purpose is to shape a brighter future with sustainable coating solutions. We firmly believe that we will succeed as a business only if we place sustainability at our heart. Not only is it the right thing to do, it will strengthen our competitive position, make ourselves more resilient and reduce our risk.
Hempel was founded in Copenhagen, Denmark in 1915. It is proudly owned by the Hempel Foundation, which ensures a solid economic base for the Hempel Group and supports cultural, social, humanitarian and scientific purposes around the world
