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Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.
Scientific Associate PD
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About this position
What you´ll do
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and execute new adhesive technology/product development projects especially in automotive electronics application.
- Proactively visit and communicate with customers and supplier partners to find new collaboration opportunities and troubleshoot problems.
- Lead ADP projects, scouting activities, and innovation events independently with ownership.
- Strengthen Henkel’s IP through patent development in area of competence.
- Contribute to new technology, digitalization, automation, sustainability and diversity.
- Ensure compliance with Henkel corporate SHE and 5S standards, policies and procedures and manage the daily lab SHE work.
- Support operation on RM innovation, product scale-up, process optimization and quality improvement, etc.
What makes you a good fit
- Master or PhD degree in polymer materials science and engineering, applied chemistry, materials science, polymer chemistry, chemical engineering.
- Deep understanding of the chemical principles, polymerization mechanisms, curing mechanisms, and structure-property relationships of epoxy resins, acrylic resins, UV-curable resins, and thermosetting systems.
- Proficient in bonding theory and familiar with the physical properties of optical materials.
- Proficient in material characterization using DSC, TGA, DMA, TMA, rheometers, infrared spectroscopy, universal testing machines, spectrophotometers, interferometers, SEM, etc.
- 5+ working experiences in product development and performances evaluation of adhesive for automotive optical modules (candidate with the experience in successfully leading projects from laboratory formulation to mass production at the customer site would be preferred).
- Capable of managing R&D project milestones and communicating effectively with customers, sales, AE, production, etc. to translate customer requirements into technical language.
- Deep understanding of cost control, product consistency and reliability, with sensitivity to downstream industry trends.
- Good English communication skill in listening, speaking and writing.
- Quick learner, open-minded and good communication skills.
Some perks of joining Henkel
At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.
JOB ID: 26090493
Job Locations: China, Guangdong, Dongguan
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I am interested in several jobs. Can I apply for multiple positions at the same time?
Yes – simply fill out your profile in our online application system. Once your online profile is complete, you can apply for multiple positions.
The job offer is written in English – should I write my application in English as well?
Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company you will be working with colleagues from all over the world and English is our official company language. Generally, the ‘rule’ is: please write the application in the same language as the job ad.
Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?
Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company are a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.
Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?
Yes, in fact it is an expectation within Henkel that our talent is flexible and mobile. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
Here you will get further information on our training programs.
Whom do I contact if I have questions concerning my application?
Our recruiting team will help you with all requests regarding your application. Contact the team here.