Application Development Representative

This is the role

This role is located in our European Technology Center (Ghent / Zwijnaarde) and requires on-site presence.

This role will help develop applications for Eastman's portolio of sustainable polymer solutions in the many different market segments (Durables, Cosmetics, Eyewear, Medical, Packaging, …)
Specific responsibilities include:

• Be the application development and technical expert for a specific or variety of market segments and its applications 
• Keep up to date with market, application and processing technology developments including competitive material and competing technology developments
• Define market specific unmet needs / deficiencies knowledgeable about industry relevant secondary operations
• In-depth knowledge on co-polyester chemistry and how it relates to the end-use applications (or willingness to dive into the chemistry)
• Understanding of market trends and develop/promote innovati...