Scientific Associate PD, PU Flexible Packaging
- Shanghai
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Product development for flexible packaging application. Technical expertise in the related field.
- Strong leadership and strategy to drive product innovation on technologies and applications.
- Collaborate with teams of corresponding stakeholders and associated customers/external parties that allow the achievement of business goals.
- Product development of solvent free and solvent based 1K or 2K PU adhesives for flexible packaging business following market requirements in Asia Pacific.
- Cooperate with PD team to drive inno pipeline and product portfolio setup.
- Support AE and business team on technical problem solving and technical training if required.
- Support operation team to complete new product scale-up, optimize manufacturing process and solve quality issues.
- Study available patent landscape and strengthen Henkel's IP in the related industry.
- Master or PhD with working experience is preferred.
- Strong polyurethane synthesis skills (especially 2K system) and polyester polyol synthesis skills (preferred).
- Experience in development of PU adhesive for flexible packaging is a plus.
- Quick learner, open-minded, good communication and cooperation skills. Willing to share knowledge with team members.
- Fluent English skills for daily work.
- Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
- Diverse national and international growth opportunities
- Globally wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
- Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
- Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
- Comprehensive Group Insurance Scheme
- Annual Physical Examination
- Flexible Benefits cover for dependents
- Company Products Discount