Job ID: 41833 | Location: Lodz, Poland | Expected Salary Range: zł175,500.00 - zł292,500.00 | Work Model: Hybrid
Are you passionate about transforming data into real business impact in the chemical industry? As a Data Scientist at Clariant, you will drive digitalization projects by applying advanced data science and optimization techniques to improve products and processes. You will accelerate the use of data across the organization to enable smarter automation, better decision-making, and innovative data-powered business models. Join us and become a key force in shaping Clariant's digital future.
What will you be doing?
Lead and manage data science projects from planning through execution, ensuring delivery within scope, budget, and quality standards. Apply process knowledge to interpret results meaningfully and develop solutions that are grounded in real-world operational context. Connect data patterns with chemical processes — a strong understanding of industrial processes is key to making the real difference. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop complete data products that address real business challenges. Drive data science adoption across the organization. Integrate modern data science tools into existing systems and scale solutions effectively. Develop internal data science capabilities while fostering external partnerships for continuous innovation.
What are we looking for?
Education: Master’s or PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or Biotechnology. Experience: 3–5 years of self-organized development work in data science or a related field. Skills: programming (Python, R, or similar); experience with GenAI or other models; solid foundation in mathematical optimization; problem-solving mindset and solution orientation; Business-technical acumen; ability to translate complex technical concepts into accessible language. Language: fluent English.
What’s in it for you?
Zuzanna Glapińska
Talent Acquisition Partner
Telephone: +48 42 293 49 72 | mobile: +48 538 895 907| E-mail: zuzanna.glapinska@clariant.com #LI-ZG1
Clariant is a Swiss-based global specialty chemicals company, which is concentrated and developed in three business units: Care Chemicals, Catalysts and Adsorbents & Additives. Our purpose as a company is reflected in our tagline "Greater chemistry - between people and planet", which considers the principles of customer, innovation and people orientation, as well as a focus on creating solutions to foster sustainability in different industries by offering high-value and high-performance chemical specialties.
At Clariant, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to our success. We strive to cultivate a workplace where all employees feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. Our diverse workforce allows us to tap into a wealth of perspectives, experiences, and capabilities that drive innovation. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for professional growth and advancement across all levels of the organization, based on objective criteria and regardless of gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, protected veteran status ,age, disability, sexual orientation or other aspects of diversity in accordance with the relevant governing laws. By bringing together talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints, we gain the agility to meet the evolving needs of our global customers and communities. Join our team to help advance our mission of fostering a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive.

As one of the world’s leading specialty chemical companies and led by its purpose "Greater chemistry - between people and planet", Clariant contributes to value creation with innovative and sustainable solutions for customers from many industries. Our portfolio is designed to meet very specific needs with as much precision as possible. At the same time, our research and development is focused on addressing the key trends of our time. These include energy efficiency, renewable raw materials, emission-free mobility, and conserving finite resources.
Whether in the lab, working in communications, recruiting new co-workers, or working on business strategy, we welcome all innovators and self-starters who like being challenged, who think out-of-the-box, who like working in an international environment, and who constantly strive to excel in his or her field. At Clariant you'll have the freedom to make a global impact -- with 10'481 colleagues and a vast global network.
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