Main Responsibilities Lead and mentor the ink development team, promoting ownership, accountability, and continuous learning Drive formulation, testing, and troubleshooting of inkjet ink products using strong chemical and application expertise Use data-driven insights to propose product and process improvements Manage project timelines, prioritize tasks, and ensure on-time delivery aligned with business goals Collaborate closely with Engineering, Quality, Customer Service, and Sales to meet market and technical needs Maintain strong communication with customers and suppliers, managing relationships and regulatory compliance Support smooth lab-to-production transfers, including audits and scale-up activities. Oversee lab safety and chemical systems, contributing to company-wide compliance efforts Promote and implement new technologies and methodologies (e.g., DOE) to enhance development Source advanced raw materials in collaboration with suppliers What You Need to Be Successful Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field 5 years of experience in ink development, inkjet formulation, or related R&D functions Experience leading technical teams and managing cross-functional projects Strong problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both internal and external Familiarity with regulatory compliance, customer audits, and production handover processes Inkjet background is a plus Experience with design of experiments (DOE) and statistical analysis Knowledge of chemical safety, lab-scale operations, and HSE systems Experience working with customers and suppliers. Proficiency in German and English Join the team! We are looking forward to receiving your application. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Siri Taripanah at. Kindly note that we do not accept applications via mail. Please use the link to apply via our career site. External agencies are kindly requested not to contact the company regarding this position. Coesia is an equal-opportunity employer and embraces diversity and inclusion. jid9f3a2fda jit0834a jiy25a