Senior Scientist- Laundry

Henkel•Trumbull, CT

About The Position

The Senior Scientist develops new laundry products and formulas that meet consumer and customer needs. The role applies a strong understanding of chemistry to develop and execute technical solutions, translates consumer needs into commercial products, and communicates across functions. Work includes hands-on laboratory activities such as planning and conducting experiments and measuring product properties, stability, and performance. The scientist develops prototype products based on material structure–function relationships; designs experiments and screening methods; evaluates performance and collects accurate data; interprets results and recommends development strategies; and compares competitive products. The role coordinates with R&D, packaging, manufacturing, safety, regulatory, and process development teams to support timely commercialization. It also follows innovation processes and standard operating procedures, develops demonstrations and proof-of-concept methods, maintains laboratory records and equipment, and keeps the laboratory clean, organized, and safe.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, chemistry, material science, or an equivalent science or engineering-related field; a master’s degree is also listed as an education option.
For candidates with a bachelor’s degree, 3 years of relevant laboratory and industry experience; advanced degrees are also accepted.
Strong technical skills and excellent communication skills.
Ability to use good judgment to make timely, practical, and technically sound decisions.
High tolerance for volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity, and enjoyment of working in fluid environments that demand creativity.

Responsibilities

Develop prototype products and formulas based on material structure–function relationships and desired performance requirements.
Plan and conduct laboratory experiments, develop screening methods, evaluate product performance, and ensure accurate testing and data collection.
Interpret experimental results, draw conclusions, recommend development strategies, compare competitive products, and promptly report progress or issues.
Coordinate with R&D, packaging, manufacturing, safety, regulatory, and process development teams to complete tasks and support product commercialization.
Follow innovation processes and standard operating procedures; develop demonstrations and proof-of-concept methods.
Maintain laboratory records and equipment and ensure a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment.

Benefits

Affordable medical, dental, vision, and wellbeing plans starting on day one.
Paid time off, including sick, vacation, holiday, and volunteer time.
Flexible and hybrid work policies, depending on role.
Vacation buy/sell program.
401(k) matching.
Employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares.
Annual performance bonus and service awards.
Student loan reimbursement.
12-week gender-neutral parental leave, with up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth.
Fertility support and adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.
Discounted child and elderly care.
Scholarships.
National and international growth opportunities and access to skills development courses.
Tuition reimbursement.