Research Scientist – Acrylic UV Syrup (m/f/d)

Contract type: unbefristet
Working time: Vollzeit

Aufgaben

As a Research Scientist – Acrylic UV Syrup, you will play a key role in advancing tesa\’s UV-curable pressure sensitive adhesive technologies. You will lead the development of innovative, solvent-free acrylic polymer systems and translate scientific concepts into scalable formulations for laboratory and pilot plant implementation. Acting as a technical expert and project lead, you will work closely with interdisciplinary internal teams as well as external partners to strengthen tesa\’s technology leadership and sustainability ambitions in UV-based adhesive systems.

Your tasks include:

– Development of innovative and sustainable adhesive systems based on solvent-free acrylic polymers and formulations

– Systematic development, consolidation, and expansion of know-how in the field of radical photopolymerization for pressure sensitive adhesives

– Application of broad expertise in organic and inorganic fillers to fine-tune adhesive performance profiles

– Scientific conception, evaluation, and implementation of new technology concepts in close collaboration with adjacent departments, suppliers, and external cooperation partners

– Coordination and implementation of new UV-based formulations at laboratory and pilot plant scale

– Independent execution of projects, feasibility studies, and technology evaluations within interdisciplinary teams

– Active support of securing research and development results through intellectual property (IP) activities

Profil

– Degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering (with or without PhD) with strong expertise in polymer chemistry, photopolymerization, and/or organic synthesis

– Initial professional experience in radical polymerization and pressure sensitive adhesive technologies

– Strong hands-on experience and confidence in preparative laboratory work

– Ability to quickly grasp, assess, and translate novel chemical concepts into viable technical solutions

– Independent, structured, and analytical working style combined with strong team orientation

– Assertive personality with excellent organizational, communication, and networking skills

– Confidence in presenting laboratory results and technical concepts at internal and external forums

– Excellent English skills and basic German language proficiency

Wir bieten

tesa ist einer der weltweit führenden Hersteller von Klebebandlösungen mit einem Sortiment von mehr als 7.000 verschiedenen Produkten. Mit Leidenschaft für Technologie treiben wir Innovation, Zuverlässigkeit und Nachhaltigkeit voran, um die Zukunft jeden Tag ein Stück besser zu machen.

Unsere Lösungen bereichern die Arbeit, Produkte und das Leben in einer Vielzahl von Branchen, zum Beispiel der Automobil- oder Elektronikindustrie, aber auch bei Ihnen Zuhause. Damit sprechen wir ein breites Industriesegment, aber auch Sie ganz persönlich an.

Sie werden sicher überrascht sein, wo unsere innovativen Klebebandlösungen überall zu finden sind. Von der Batterie in Elektroautos, über das Display Ihres Mobiltelefons bis hin zum Aufzug in Ihrem Gebäude, tesa hält die Welt zusammen. Und das seit mehr als 125 Jahren.

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