Why Siegwerk?
Siegwerk is one of the world’s leading suppliers of printing inks and sustainable packaging solutions. We are now looking for a R&D Specialist to join our team at the Istanbul Tuzla plant.
This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career with a genuine global leader that is shaping the future of sustainable packaging. At Siegwerk, we combine innovation with purpose—empowering our people to create solutions that make a positive impact on the world. You’ll find a supportive, flexible, and collaborative environment where your expertise truly matters.
Join us, let’s Do it. With Heart.
Our Benefits – What We Offer You
- Employer-Paid Private Pension Plan (BES) – Full employer contribution to support your long-term financial well-being
- Additional Leave Days – Birthday leave, moving day leave, and administrative leave to support work–life balance
- Employee Well Being & Support Programs – Psychological support for employees and their families, plus well-being seminars
- Global Learning Platform – Siegwerk Learning Hub – Unlimited access to 20,000+ online learning modules and Speexx language training
- Social Benefits – Marriage allowance, child allowance, and annual Ramadan market gift card
- Corporate Benefits Platform – Exclusive discounts and special offers from partner brands
- Multisport Card – Discounted access to a wide network of gyms and wellness facilities
Your Tasks – What You Can Expect as an R&D Specialist
Formulation & Product Development
- Develop, optimize, and test ink and coating formulations through laboratory experiments
- Execute standard laboratory techniques, evaluate results, and document outcomes accurately
- Support prototype development and performance testing according to internal and customer requirements
- Conduct literature reviews, technical benchmarking, and patent screenings to stay up to date with industry developments
R&D Project Support
- Contribute to regional and global R&D projects under the guidance of the R&D Project Leader or Manager
- Translate technical requirements into experimental plans and support product commercialization activities
- Collaborate with cross-functional and international teams (technology application, production, supplier development, marketing)
Market & Customer Orientation
- Support market and competitive analyses to identify formulation improvement opportunities
- Assist in adapting products based on customer needs, regulatory requirements, and sustainability targets
Project Execution & Documentation
- Ensure timely execution of assigned R&D tasks in line with project plans and priorities
- Prepare technical reports, experimental documentation, and presentations for internal stakeholders
- Support R&D processes and documentation requirements in line with R&D Legislation Law No. 5746
Continuous Learning
- Proactively develop technical know-how through literature, internal knowledge sharing, and hands-on experimentation
- Actively participate in training programs and global R&D knowledge networks
Safety & Compliance
- Perform all laboratory work in full compliance with safety, health, environmental, and quality standards
Your Profile – What You Bring as an R&D Specialist
- Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Chemistry (organic, polymer, materials, or formulation chemistry preferred)
- Experience or strong academic background in formulation development and laboratory work
- Solid analytical, problem-solving, and experimental evaluation skills
- Well-organized and able to manage multiple tasks in a structured manner
- Good communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative, international environment
- Proactive mindset with curiosity and passion for innovation
- Fluency in spoken and written English
- Proficiency in MS Office applications
