Lead Technology Developer - Debonding on Demand Adhesives (m/f/d)

Ort: Hamburg, Norderstedt - tesa Headquarter
Einstieg als: Professionals
Tätigkeitsbereich: Research and Development
Referenznummer: 2025-0231
Abteilung: Functional Layer Design
Maximal erreichbare Entgeltgruppe: MG5
Vertrag: Permanent

Your Tasks

As part of our R&D team, you will focus on developing innovative adhesive tape solutions with debonding-on-demand functionality. This role combines polymer chemistry, material science, and practical application, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to sustainable and forward-looking technologies. You will work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment, helping to shape the next generation of adhesive products.

Your tasks include:

Develop adhesive building blocks, technology modules, processes, and methods for debonding-on-demand adhesive tapes
Design experimental plans, carry out hands-on lab work, and evaluate adhesive and tape performance
Identify and assess new raw materials for potential use in formulations
Conceive, evaluate, and implement new scientific concepts in close collaboration with internal teams, suppliers, and external partners
Coordinate and scale up new chemical concepts from lab to pilot scale
Lead independent research projects and feasibility studies within interdisciplinary teams
Conduct literature research and contribute to the protection of intellectual property (IP)

Your Profile

PhD or Master’s degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering, with a focus on organic synthesis or polymer chemistry
Strong practical laboratory skills and the ability to assess novel chemical ideas effectively
Experience with polymerization techniques and knowledge of polymer physics is an advantage
Industry experience is a plus, but not essential
Excellent problem-solving, project management, and organizational abilities
Independent, analytical, and team-oriented working style
Full professional proficiency in English; German language skills are a plus