Textile Chemist

Renasens AB · Full-time

Vevgatan 9, BORÅS, Sweden

About us At Renasens, we're a small team building something ambitious: a textile recycling technology that will change the world. We have developed a waterless process using minimal energy and chemicals with a neutral impact on fiber quality. This allows us to recycle the most challenging textile waste: blended post-consumer polycotton in any colour, with any additives, composition, or quality, utilizing what is currently the most common yet unwanted fraction of textile waste. A valid EU and Sweden work permit is required. Role overview Seeking a skilled textile chemist to innovate in recycling processes and sustainable materials for the textile industry. Responsibilities Design and optimize chemical modification techniques for textiles (e.g., impregnation, functional layers, compatibilizers) Develop formulations or treatments to improve fiber interface performance and stability Analyze surface chemistry using techniques such as XPS, SEM, FTIR, or contact angle measurements Collaborate on scale-up strategy for coating and functionalization methods Qualifications PhD or Master's degree in Textile Chemistry, Material Science, Polymer Chemistry or related field Excellent communication and collaboration skills Experience in the textile industry Compensation & Benefits Wellness allowance Pension scheme Rapid career growth Employment type Full-time Location Europe