Sr. Scientist - Liquid Reaction

Primary Responsibilities

• Leading projects in the development of liquid reactive products including polyurethane, epoxy, and polysulfides.
• Planning and leading large‑scale research and development projects, using project management discipline, design of experiment (DOE) methodologies and statistical analysis to draw conclusions and present solutions based on understanding of structure‑property‑performance relationships.
• Generating new products, process or method concepts within an area of specialty.
• Meeting research goals within time and budget constraints.
• Providing technical leadership of projects through the Stage‑Gate process.
• Preparing and presenting reports to customers and business leaders.
• Participating in global or cross‑functional project teams, collaborating across functional and regional boundaries.
• Coaching and mentoring others in the lab.
• Supporting operations to facilitate scale‑up and efficient production of developed technologies.
• Fulfilling responsibilities as required by the Quality System for the site/business unit.
• Working in a safe and efficient manner.

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry/Chemical Engineering/Materials Science/Polymer Science and 6 years of professional industry experience OR Master’s degree in the same fields and 4 years of professional industry experience OR PhD in the same fields and 2 years of professional industry experience.
• Aerospace industry experience.
• Adhesives and coatings formulations experience.
• Excellent communication skills.

• Chemical industry experience.
• Experience in formulating liquid reactive adhesives including polysulfide sealants.
• SAP experience.
• Electronic lab notebook experience.
• Experience with statistical software, JMP or Minitab.
• Management experience.

The salary for this role is $95,000 - $120,000. 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. Eligibility may vary.

This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship. Applicants must have U.S. work authorization that does not now or in the future require H.B. Fuller sponsorship of a work visa to work for H.B. Fuller.

H.B. Fuller is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and proud to have created a collaborative culture where employees around the world are seen, heard, and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or marital status or status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected classification.