PhD Project Student - Material Technologies

About the role

You will work in an exciting international environment, supporting R&D Turkey in plastic material evaluations, development, and approvals while contributing to the company’s success.

Key responsibilities

• Support R&D Turkey in plastic material evaluations, development, and approvals.
• Conduct lab testing, research, and analysis for material and product design.
• Evaluate alternative plastic materials regarding technical, cost, and sustainability goals.
• Balance manufacturability, performance, cost, and time‑to‑market parameters.
• Participate actively in material validation and technical decision processes.

Required profile

• PhD student in Materials, Metallurgy, Polymer, Chemical Engineering, or related fields.
• Knowledgeable in polymer raw materials, additive technology, and plastic processing methods.
• Eager to lead hands‑on laboratory work, test planning, and execution.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, communication, and cross‑functional team skills.
• Proactive, fluent in English, and able to work on‑site at least 4 days per week.

Required skills

• Polymer raw materials
• Additive technology
• Plastic processing methods

What we offer

• Diverse career opportunities
• Individual development programs and international perspectives
• Working in global, regional or local projects