Sr. Scientific Associate

Henkel•Chanhassen, MN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

At Henkel, the Sr. Scientific Associate will work in the Adhesive Technologies business unit, which develops adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings. This onsite role requires working in the office five days per week. The associate leads product analysis and testing, supports customers and manufacturing, and collaborates across product management, production, and sourcing to develop new products and support existing product lines. The role focuses on heat transfer materials and thermal interface products, polymer science, and applications in the electronics industry.

Requirements

Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field; or an M.S. in one of these fields with at least 3 years of product development work experience; or a B.S. in one of these fields with at least 5 years of product development work experience.
Deep understanding of heat transfer materials and thermal interface products.
Broad-based knowledge of polymer science, including polymer chemistry, structure-property relationships, rheology, and bulk and adhesive mechanics of soft materials.
Understanding of application and assembly requirements in the electronics industry.

Responsibilities

Fully manage and lead product analysis and testing, documenting progress and results in LIM systems.
Provide technical support to customers and analyze results after product release.
Record, organize, and communicate results and data from experiments and testing.
Explore opportunities involving new technology, products, or performance improvements.
Follow safety and environmental guidelines when handling products.
Analyze data, draw conclusions, and make experimental recommendations.
Maintain laboratory and storage areas and equipment.
Ensure adherence to applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations, standards, and policies.
Participate in scientific publications and forums.
Collaborate with product management, production, and sourcing teams to develop new products and nurture current product lines through product support.
Support manufacturing to ensure quality product delivery.
Communicate effectively with stakeholders and use their feedback to optimize processes for customer requirements.
Attend or present technical work at business meetings and conferences.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and wellbeing plans starting on day 1.
Paid time off, including sick, vacation, holiday, and volunteer time.
Flexible and hybrid work policies, depending on role, and a 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, up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth.
Fertility support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, discounted child and elderly care, and scholarships.
National and international career growth opportunities and access to skills development courses.
Tuition reimbursement.