Please upload a single document with your complete application documents (CV, certificate of enrollment, cover letter and grade overviews of completed and current courses of study) in PDF format in the “CV” field. Otherwise, it will unfortunately not be possible to consider your application. The position is limited to 6 months. What we offer Evonik’s vision is to be a best-in-class specialty chemicals company. Our research and development activities have been reorganized so that our leading innovations make a stronger contribution to the profitable growth of the Evonik Group. We have pooled our cross-business expertise and technologies in a new, group-wide Research, Development & Innovation function. This brings together all innovative capabilities that Evonik has to offer: the R&D teams of the former segments and the present divisions, the previous Innovation division, Creavis, and Evonik Venture Capital. As part of Evonik Operations GmbH, this new function is also closely integrated into the operating business. This makes it easier for us to share our knowledge and leverage synergies, while at the same time gaining even more selective access to attractive new markets that are close to our customers. Discover the research, development and innovation function: https://corporate.evonik.com/en/responsibility/value-chain-products/research-development Among attractive career paths and high-quality development programs, we not only offer performance-based remuneration and occupational health benefits but also hybrid and flexible working environments with SmartWork. Find out more about the many benefits we offer: https://careers.evonik.com/en/why Responsibilities Literature research: Literature research in scientific journals, textbooks and patents to generate ideas and solve problems Laboratory tests: Independent planning and execution of laboratory tests Evaluation of results: Evaluation of analytical results and test trials in the paint Documentation of results: Detailed documentation and proper filing of results in the company's designated systems, as well as presentation of the results to colleagues Requirements Studies: Completed bachelor's degree in chemistry, currently in the master's program Practical experience: Initial experience in the laboratory and able to carry out laboratory tests independently and safely Polymer chemistry: Theoretical and experimental basics in polymer chemistry, preferably also experience with particles and rheology Language skills: Good written and spoken German and English Soft skills: Analytical skills, creativity, ability to work in a team, communication skills Your Application To ensure that your application is proceeded as quickly as possible and to protect the environment, please apply online via our careers portal. Further information about Evonik as Employer can be found at https://careers.evonik.com. Please address your application to the Talent Acquisition Manager, stating your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations. Your Talent Acquisition Manager: Julia Schwarzkopf Company is Evonik Operations GmbH