Sr Formulation Scientist

H.B. Fuller • Saint Paul, MN

12d • $86,000 - $100,000

About The Position

As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fuller’s (NYSE: FUL) innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products people use every day. Founded in 1887, with 2024 revenue of $3.6 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,500 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in over 140 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets. Learn more at www.hbfuller.com. Position Overview The Senior Scientist I leads complex research and development initiatives to create innovative products, processes, and technologies. This role applies advanced scientific principles, design of experiments, and project management discipline to drive solutions from concept through commercialization. The position provides technical leadership, mentors colleagues, and collaborates cross‑functionally to support business, customer, and operational objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or Polymer Science with 5+ years of professional industry experience OR Master’s degree in the same disciplines with 3+ years of professional industry experience OR Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or Polymer Science
• Demonstrated ability to apply scientific theories, concepts, and techniques to complex problems.
• Proven experience generating new product, process, or method concepts.
• Experience leading large-scale projects using Stage‑Gate or similar frameworks.
• Proficiency with DOE methodologies and statistical analysis tools.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. in Polymer Science or Materials Science & Engineering with 3+ years of industry experience.
• Experience with polyurethane, epoxy, acrylic, UV-curable chemistries or silicone.
• Experience developing conformal coatings or thermal management materials.
• Experience supporting scale-up and manufacturing implementation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead large-scale R&D projects using project management and Stage‑Gate discipline.
• Apply Design of Experiments (DOE) and statistical analysis to guide development decisions.
• Generate innovative product, process, or method concepts within area of technical expertise.
• Translate structure–property–performance relationships into viable technical solutions.
• Deliver projects within defined timelines and budget constraints.
• Provide technical leadership throughout development, scale-up, and commercialization.
• Prepare and present technical reports to customers and business leadership.
• Collaborate on global and cross-functional project teams.
• Coach and mentor laboratory and technical staff.

Benefits

• In addition to your salary, H.B. Fuller offers employees a competitive total rewards package including comprehensive benefits, incentive and recognitions programs, health & wellness benefits, 401K contributions, paid time off and paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees