Junior R&D Analyst

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Job Summary: A Junior R&D Analyst works on the technical development of concrete admixtures and manages projects from inception to completion, ensuring performance and quality. Key Highlights: 1. Technical development of concrete admixtures 2. End-to-end management of R&D projects 3. Interaction with customers and global teams **We count on you for** **Position**: Junior R\&D Analyst (Concrete Admixtures) **Working Hours**: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM **Work Location**: Sorocaba – SP **Employment Type**: CLT **Area Overview:** The Research \& Development area is responsible for developing and adapting concrete admixture solutions, working closely with customers and the commercial team. The team directly develops application-oriented products, considering the specific characteristics of materials used by each customer, with strong field engagement and direct business impact. **Role Mission:** To perform technical development of concrete admixtures, leading end-to-end projects (from understanding customer needs to solution implementation), ensuring performance, quality, and alignment with market demands. **Main Responsibilities** * Develop concrete admixture formulations, considering customers' specific material characteristics * Lead technical projects from start to finish (diagnosis, development, validation) * Collaborate with customers to understand technical requirements and adjust formulations * Conduct technical visits and field tests (in partnership with the commercial team) * Monitor and interpret laboratory test results (physicochemical, mechanical, and durability tests) * Collaborate with the laboratory to execute tests * Interact with global teams on international projects * Ensure organization and prioritization of multiple concurrent projects * Contribute to technical solutions focused on applicability and business outcomes **Is this role right for you?** **We are looking for candidates who have:** * Completed or near-completion degree in: Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Chemistry, or related fields * Eligibility for CRQ registration or active CRQ registration * Intermediate English (reading, comprehension, and basic communication) * Availability for frequent domestic travel (approx. 1–2 weeks/month, partially) **Knowledge in:** * Chemical formulation * Inorganic materials (e.g., cement, mortar, concrete) * Polymeric materials (preferred) * Familiarity with Excel and data analysis **Preferred Qualifications:** * Prior experience with concrete admixtures or similar segments * Laboratory experience, physicochemical testing, or quality control * Experience supporting technical customers or providing technical support Job Reference: BRA01583