Principle Scientist

Henkel•Darien, CT

52d•$105,000 - $120,000

About The Position

At Henkel, you'll be part of an organization that's shaping the future through innovation, sustainability and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil, 'all, Loctite, Snuggle, and Schwarzkopf and our cutting-edge technologies, you'll have countless opportunities to explore new paths and grow. This position is with our Consumer Brands business unit - where we empower our employees to bring the best Laundry & Home Care and Hair products to people around the world. Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career and make an impact at Henkel.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, or a related field
Minimum of 8+ years in the industry
Strong background in formulation lab work and quality testing procedures
Technical Expertise: Solid understanding of hair care formulation science Ability to translate complex technical information into clear, non-technical language Skilled in balancing creativity with process discipline to drive innovation and execution
Professional Skills: Highly self-motivated, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong presentation, interpersonal, and organizational abilities Proficient in relevant computer applications
Other Requirements: Willingness to travel up to 5% of the time

Nice To Haves

Experience developing hair or skin care products is preferred
Project management experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Formulate innovative hair care products with minimal supervision, engaging in research to identify new technologies, application methods, and opportunities for breakthrough innovation.
Manage project timelines and cost objectives, developing estimates in collaboration with your supervisor and ensuring alignment with the new product development process.
Stay informed on industry regulations, applying foundational knowledge to current projects and proactively expanding expertise in global regulatory requirements.
Coordinate testing activities, including Test Salon, Biophysical, Microbiological, and Safety Testing, and document experimental procedures, results, and analyses.
Build strong relationships with raw material vendors and industry partners, leveraging external expertise to bring cutting-edge technologies in-house.
Translate product concepts into technical briefs, managing third-party innovation partners to ensure timely development and integration into Henkel's IT systems.
Support pilot and production batches, documenting procedures to ensure reproducibility and resolving formulation and manufacturing challenges.
Collaborate cross-functionally with teams across R&D, Marketing, Manufacturing, QA, and Salon Services. Conduct patent searches and review findings with your supervisor to inform project direction.
Maintain a well-organized lab environment, gaining proficiency with equipment used to assess product performance and physical attributes. Take ownership of assigned projects and contribute to a culture of excellence.

Benefits

Health Insurance: affordable plans for medical, dental, vision and wellbeing starting on day 1
Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including sick, vacation, holiday and volunteer time, flexible & hybrid work policies (depending on role), and vacation buy / sell program
Financial: 401k matching, employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares, annual performance bonus, service awards and student loan reimbursement
Family Support: 12-week gender neutral parental leave (up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth), fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, discounted child and elderly care, and scholarships
Career Growth: diverse national and international growth opportunities, access to thousands of skills development courses, and tuition reimbursement

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