Job Description
Senior Researcher (Polymer design for LLDPE development)
Posting Start Date:
10/11/2025
Job Function:
Reseach & Development
Company:
PTT Global Chemical Plc.
Work Location:
Job Summary
Job Description
- To design polymer molecular structures in accordance with desired LLDPE properties as well as to predict the properties of polymers from their designed molecular structures.
- Collaborate closely with Polymer Developers, Catalyst Developers, and the Polymerization Team to develop appropriate polymer designs that achieve desired application performance for LLDPE. Provide advice and training to team members.
- Having a clear understanding and practical ability to apply Digitalization or statistical methods within the scope of Polymer Design for developing LLDPE
- Co-develop R&D strategy, plan activities, allocate resources (including budget and manpower), and set targets as part of the advanced analytical science test service and R&D arms. This supports corporate, downstream, and upstream innovations, as well as GC business and its subsidiaries, ensuring successful execution.
- Enhance GC’s expertise and network in Polyolefin polymer design for LLDPE development.
- Work closely with the Polymer Characterization team to ensure world-class capability, network, and understanding.
- Mentor, guide, and train junior team members.
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Job Qualification
Education
- Master’s or Ph.D. degree in chemical engineering, chemical technology, petrochemical technology, polymer science, or a related field.
Experience
- Expertise in the relationship between polyolefin structure and performance especially in LLDPE.
- Required expertise in LLDPE design for leading applications.
- Over 5 years of relevant industrial experience.