Bsc/Msc: Organic/Polymer Chemistry - Can we improve the safety and recyclability of UVcureable inks?

Graduation assignment: Organic/Polymer Chemistry — Can we improve the safety and recyclability of UVcureable inks?

Are you a HBO/WO student who is looking for a graduation assignment? Are you enthusiastic about improving the sustainability of inks using your interest/expertise in organic and/or polymer chemistry? Then we are looking for you!

Your assignment

Canon UVgel technology is specially developed for advanced printing based on UV curing principles. This technology retains the advantages of prevailing printer technologies, while eliminating many of the compromises. One of the successful products is our Colorado series.

However, certain challenges remain. Particularly, recyclability and safety can be much further improved. There are many ways to face this challenge, and in this project you will explore one of them. Your assignment will be to explore alternative polymerization techniques. For a successful completion, some synthesis and formulation will be required, as well as testing of print properties.

In addition, you will get the possibility to experience the working environment in a larger company and network with many professionals in diverse fields.

Your profile

• You have a research background and/or a well-developed interest in organic and/or polymer chemistry
• You are experienced and comfortable in a synthetic chemistry lab
• You are a result-driven and self-motivated team player
• You are available for 5-9 months for a minimum of 4 days per week

What’s in it for you?

• A challenging assignment with skilled coaching
• Internship/Graduation compensation of €500 per month
• Travel cost compensation if you don’t have an ‘OV-weekcard’
• The possibility to network with professionals inside and outside your field of expertise, thanks to our diversity of disciplines which you will work with

What do we stand for?

We develop and manufacture high-tech printing products and workflow software for the commercial printing market as part of Canon, a global leader in imaging technologies. With around 3,300 employees across three continents and our headquarters in Venlo, the Netherlands, we innovate to create high-quality solutions that add color to the world. Guided by the philosophy of Kyosei—living and working together for the common good—our culture is built on openness, collegiality, trust and stability. We empower our people to grow, take initiative, and make an impact.

With our company values collaboration, innovation and ownership, we strive to bring out the best in each other, expand boundaries and feel empowered to take ownership of our work.

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