We are Covestro. We are curious. We are courageous. We are colorful. We refine chemical material solutions with game-changing products. Let us empower you to push boundaries. Join us and our 18.000 colleagues now and together we will make the world a brighter place. WHAT WE OFFER Our functional area CCO (Chief Commercial Officer) is responsible for innovation management, production and all commercial tasks of our business entities. This also includes seven distinct business entities, including the Coatings & Adhesives business entity. The Business Entity Coatings & Adhesives (CA) deals with the development, production and marketing of polyurethane raw materials for the manufacture of industrial paints, special adhesives and coatings, for example for textiles, in the medical sector or for 3D printing. In addition to our diverse benefits, you can expect an attractive starting salary between €75.700,00/year and €91.600,00/year plus a variable component for a full-time position. The starting salary is based on your qualifications and professional experience. In your new role, you will lead the lab and manage the technical staff – interns, PhD students and postdocs Furthermore, you will lead and further develop the laboratory staff You will develop new and more sustainable monomers, which are of relevance for the development of new (poly)isocyanates. You will work closely with production to optimize existing production processes for our raw materials. You will also develop new formulations and laboratory methods as well as proactively new project ideas You are also responsible for systems and devices in your area, including investment planning In addition to that, you will initiate and lead projects according to a systematic project management process as well as interdisciplinary project teams with strategic and complex questions on a global level Moreover, you will initiate external cooperation with universities and publicly supported projects where necessary The conception, implementation and evaluation of strategic, complex studies / experiments as well as interpretation of the results with subsequent presentation in various committees and congresses are among your responsibilities You will manage and secure IP and patent protection (Patents, FTO) Finally, you will be accountable for the documentation of research and laboratory results to save Know-How as well as for ensuring that legal and operational standards regarding safety and quality assurance are met WHAT YOU OFFER You hold a PhD degree in Chemistry, in Polymer Chemistry or in a comparable field Your profile shows several years of professional experience in the research and development area as well as excellent knowledge in polymer chemistry and/or organic chemistry, preferably with formulation, processing and application know-how in the field of coatings and adhesives, preferably polyurethane-based You master the most important analytical methods in chemistry Furthermore, you combine excellent analytical with excellent communication and presentation skills You bring strong leadership skills and enjoy developing others and yourself continuously You will proactively design and implement change processes taking into account entrepreneurial activity and content requirements In addition to that, you ideally have years of experience in the management of a laboratory as well as in the management of technical staff and the guidance of undergraduates and / or doctoral students You have the experience in working with international and interdisciplinary teams Fluent German and English skills written and spoken, round up your profile The personal contract level will depend on your qualifications/experience and company regulations in Germany. For further questions, please contact Roshna Kapoor (Roshna.KapoorCovestro.com). Perfection? Not required The requirements are not met 100%, but you are still interested in the position? Are you curious, courageous and colorful as we are? No problem We'll tackle this together - as a team With proper onboarding and tailored development opportunities. Apply now We look forward to receive your application Become 1ofUs Anyone who wants to contribute to a better world with Covestro can also expect a lot. We want you to feel at home at Covestro. To feel you’re treated fairly and transparently. That means financial security, a healthy work-life balance and generous benefits. Specifically, it means for us: flexible working hours, the compatibility of family and work, active health promotion and the ability to convert part of your salary into long-term or retirement savings. And that's not all. Sounds exciting? Find out more about Covestro and our benefits here: https://www.career.covestro.de/de/about-covestro/covestro-as-an-employer/employee-benefits Contact Us www.covestro.com Covestro welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of racial or ethnic origin, skin color, nationality, religion, philosophy, gender, age, physical characteristics, marital status, disability, appearance, sexual orientation and sexual identity. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.