Senior Research Scientist PhD

INTERNATIONAL RECRUITMENT & HR EXPERTS ACROSS THE PLASTICS, PACKAGING, SPECIALITY CHEMICALS, LIFE SCIENCES, BIOPOLYMER, FOOD ADDITIVES & INGREDIENTS, ENERGY AND RECYCLING SECTORS SINCE 1975.

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of southern France

Listgrove’s client is a biotech company that specializes in the research, development and production of bio-based and renewable chemicals derived from biomass.

Manufacturing plant-based and renewable ingredients, the client delivers cutting-edge specialty chemical solutions to companies worldwide—helping them replace traditional petrochemicals and de-fossilize with eco-friendly alternatives.

As a global leader, they can offer plant-based ingredients and derivatives used in a wide range of industries, from industrial and consumer care to agrochemicals, personal care, home care, paints, coatings, and cosmetics. Proprietary, patented technology is a product of years of in-house expertise, enabling them to develop sustainable bio-solvents with a large number of applications.

With headquarters and R&D facilities in Southern France, the Netherlands and manufacturing hubs across Asia, the business is truly global.  The team is dynamic, multicultural and passionate about helping customers transition to fossil-free, safe, and sustainable ingredients.

With increased R&D investments, an expanding patent portfolio, and the development of next-generation technologies, they are pushing boundaries like never before. As a result, we are searching for top talent from across the globe to join us on this exciting journey toward a more sustainable future

Are you the enthusiastic Senior Research Scientist PhD ready to power the next wave of innovation in R&D?

• As a key member of our R&D team, the senior research scientist will play an active role in driving technological innovation by performing organic synthesis, separations, and process development activities in our state-of-the-art, world-class chemistry laboratory lab.
• The laboratory house staff members with diverse expertise, including Analytical Experts, R&D Technicians, PhDs in Organic Chemistry and Process Technology, and Application Development Scientists.
• You will work closely under the guidance and mentorship of our Senior Scientist, gaining valuable experience and skills to excel in their role.
• The ideal candidate has a PhD in Organic Chemistry with +10 years, Reaction Engineering or Fluid Separation Technology. Hands-on mentality, with ability to apply this in dynamic environment, excellent team player with muti-cultural mindset. Fluent in English.
• We offer a long-term contract in a rapidly expanding environment with ample opportunities for growth.

For reasons of better legibility, the simultaneous use of the language forms male, female and diverse (f/m/d) is avoided. All personal designations apply equally to all genders.

For EU roles, candidates must be eligible to work and live in the European Union. Proof of eligibility will be required with your application

Throughout 2025, you can meet with Listgrove at the following exhibitions:

Packaging Innovations, JEC World, European Coatings Show, Plastics Live UK, The advanced materials show UK, Kunststoffenbeurs, K2025