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Sr. Scientist

Employer
Henkel
Location
Darien, Connecticut, United States
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Dec 10, 2024
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Discipline
Health Sciences, Drug Development
Position Type
Full Time
Job Type
Senior Scientist
Organization Type
Other Corporate

Job Details

At Henkel, you can build on a strong legacy and leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses to reimagine and improve life every day. If you love challenging the status quo, join our community of over 47.000 pioneers around the globe. Our teams at Henkel Consumer Brands continuously drive the evolution in dynamic categories: Laundry & Home Care and Hair. With our trusted brands, including Persil and Schwarzkopf, our cutting-edge technologies and our disruptive solutions, you will have countless opportunities to explore new paths and develop your skills. Grow within our future-led businesses, our diverse and vibrant culture and find a place where you simply belong. All to leave your mark for more sustainable growth.
Dare to make an impact?


YOUR ROLE

  • Formulate new prototypes and develop innovative technologies to create new or improve existing hair care products, with particular emphasis on sustainable solutions that reduce environmental footprint while maintaining premium performance
  • Support Henkel brands by delivering exclusive, unique innovations and providing expert technical insights that strengthen our competitive advantage in the market
  • Stay at the forefront of industry advancement by maintaining expertise in sustainable raw materials, green formulation techniques, and advanced testing methodologies
  • Execute and coordinate innovation through internal and external R&D sources, including collaboration with other R&D groups and suppliers
  • Engage in research activities to develop breakthrough technologies and applications in products, focusing on both performance enhancement and environmental stewardship


YOUR SKILLS

  • Background in developing, formulating hair or skin care products is required.
  • Minimum of a BS or MS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related field, 5+ years experience working in formulations lab and performing quality testing procedures
  • Project management experience is preferred
  • Must have knowledge of technical information of hair care formulations
    Ability to effectively translate technical into non-technical communication
  • Ability to be both creative and process oriented in support of driving innovation and execution
  • Self-motivated, organized and ability to prioritize workload
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and computer skills are necessary.
  • Strong presentation, organizational and interpersonal skills are critical.
  • Must have the ability to multi-task and prioritize.
  • Good problem solving and decision-making skills.
  • Demonstrated teamwork and leadership skills.
  • Ability to travel 15 % of time.


The salary for this role is $87,000.00 - $125,000.00. This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. At Henkel's request only, preferred vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific open positions. In these cases, a fully-executed agreement with Henkel must be in place and current.

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, and other legally protected characteristics. We welcome all applications.

Company

WE ARE PIONEERS AT HEART FOR THE GOOD OF GENERATIONS

Our purpose "Pioneers at heart for the good of generations" unites what we stand for, how we work, and forms the basis for our strategy.

The pioneering spirit of our company founder, Fritz Henkel, is what continues to differentiate us and unites Henkel employees worldwide. The ambition and motivation to work together on the solutions of tomorrow. Today. Every day. We do this not only for ourselves, but also for future generations, because we share a common responsibility.

Building on a strong legacy of more than 145 years, we are leading the way to reimagine and improve life every day. Today and for generations to come. Through our innovative and sustainable brands and technologies, across our teams around the world. Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings. 

Worldwide locations and an international culture shape our global footprint.

Henkel products and technologies are available worldwide. With employees from 124 nations and locations around the world, we achieve a strong presence both in mature and emerging markets. 

 

 

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