Henkel · 13 hours ago
Senior Scientist Hair Color
Darien, CT
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $98K/yr
2+ years expHenkel is a global leader in consumer products, and they are seeking a Senior Scientist specializing in Hair Color. The role involves developing new hair color formulations, conducting laboratory experiments, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to bring innovative products to market.
BeautyCleaning ProductsConsumerFast-Moving Consumer GoodsPersonal Care and Hygiene
Responsibilities
The role of the Senior Scientist is to develop new hair color formulations
This will involve problem solving, data generation, analysis, and interpretation
The Senior Scientist should consistently lead key tasks to completion by conducting well-designed experiments, interpreting results, recommending next steps
This role will identify, recommend and implement better approaches to getting work done, thoroughly understand product development and business processes, regulatory requirements, and test methods required to deliver a quality product, and conduct laboratory experiments
The Scientist identifies and assesses technical business opportunities and/or problems and provides recommendations to management for solutions to these problems
Develop product or technologies for hair color applications, which meet product performance, quality and timing requirements with minimal supervision
Independently conduct laboratory experiments
Conduct stability and efficacy testing including detailing experiments, analysis and summary of results
Maintain documentation of lab results, conclusions and next steps
Create technical reports and effectively present experimental data and results
Strong understanding of ingredient chemistries, formulations and consumer and stylist insights and product testing
Strong understanding of the product development process and the details of each step of the process
Seek out and read industry literature as it relates to new assignments and technologies, gain knowledge of basic industry regulations and look for inventions and improvements to hair color formulations
Work with a cross-functional team to bring new products to market
Develop products and work processes in accordance with Henkel SHE-Q Standards ensuring consumer safety and compliance with applicable regulations
Follow established or create occupational workplace assessments, HAZOPs, and SOPs as needed to maintain a safe work environment
Limit exposures and releases of raw materials or reaction by-products to employees and the environment
Qualification
Required
BS/MS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related field plus 2-5 years of experience
Experience in related field, preferably Hair Color/Care or Consumer Products formulation
Strong problem solving skills and positive attitude
Strong communication and analytical skills
Quick learner
Strong agility in learning new operational systems
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
Company
Henkel
Henkel leads with innovations, brands, and technologies to create sustainable value.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Leadership Team
Carsten Knobel
Chief Executive Officer
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