Sr Scientific Associate

Henkel group • Rocky Hill, CT

1d • $108,000 - $125,000 • Hybrid

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 Adhesive Technologies business unit – where we empower our people to transform industries and provide our customers with a competitive advantage through adhesives, sealants and functional coatings. Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career and make an impact at Henkel.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3-6 years of experience developing thermoset materials, adhesive formulations, or electronic/industrial materials
• Demonstrated ability to design and execute experiments, analyze data, and develop innovative solutions
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and critical-thinking skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Professional laboratory skills, including safe laboratory practices and adherence to regulatory requirements
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work effectively both independently and within cross-functional teams
• Ability to lift 20-25 pounds as needed

Nice To Haves

• Master's or PhD degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Materials Science, or a related scientific discipline preferred
• Experience developing and commercializing epoxy-based or other thermoset adhesive products is a plus
• Proven record of innovation, including technology development, invention, patent generation, or other intellectual property contributions

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end product development initiatives, partnering cross-functionally to translate scientific concepts into commercially viable products while meeting performance, quality, and regulatory requirements
• Lead product testing and analysis activities, documenting methods, results, and conclusions in laboratory information management systems
• Analyze experimental data, provide technical recommendations, and support product performance evaluation throughout the product lifecycle
• Collaborate with product management, manufacturing, and sourcing teams to develop new products and optimize existing product lines
• Provide technical support to customers and internal stakeholders
• Support manufacturing and quality initiatives to ensure consistent product performance and delivery
• Identify and evaluate new technologies, materials, and process improvement opportunities
• Maintain laboratory equipment, facilities, and records while ensuring compliance with environmental, health, and safety requirements
• Contribute to scientific publications, technical presentations, industry forums, and professional conferences

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior