Laboratory Engineer (d/f/m) - Hamburg

Consumer Brands Research & Development Germany, Hamburg, Hamburg Full Time Regular
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About this position



What you'll do

  • Create consumer centric styling concepts and solutions in collaboration with cross-functional teams according to the strategic roadmap and based on deep understanding of the category and trends
  • Implement through the independent development, testing, consumer validation of novel and complex hair styling products to grow the styling category with mid-term market impact
  • Co-design, integrate and evaluate new raw materials; Develop a strong scientific understanding of raw materials characteristics, performance and interactions in the formula
  • Demonstrate product performance through impactful demos, and propose innovative claims
  • Ensure quality and business viability of the solution by conducting and coordinating all required tests (stability, safety, regulatory…) for market introduction
  • Follow laboratory best practices in a team environment

What makes you a good fit

  • Master’s degree in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, or a related field (e.g. food science, pharmaceutical sciences, cosmetology/hairdressing with strong scientific focus), with minimum 3 years of professional experience in cosmetic formulation development and/or relevant applied academic research
  • Empathetic, consumer-centric mindset with the ambition to deeply understand consumer needs, behaviors, and expectations
  • Strong self-motivation, curiosity, and problem-solving skills; proactive in taking initiative and effective in cross-functional and international collaboration; Scientifically rigorous in characterizing systems
  • Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint), Power BI, and curious about consumer-facing digital and social media channels
  • Fluent in German and English

Some perks of joining Henkel

  • Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid and work from anywhere policies
  • 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 
  • Company Pension Plan 100% financed by Henkel
  • MEGA Preventive Health Insurance 
  • CareFlex Supplementary Care Insurance x
  • Mobility offer: My Henkel Bike and Jobticket

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, generations and disabilities. If there are any specific accommodations or adjustments you require for the interview process or your on-site appointment, please inform us, and we'll do our best to accommodate your requests.

JOB ID: 26091097

Job Locations: Germany, Hamburg, Hamburg

Contact information for application-related questions: Recruitment-Germany@henkel.com

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Om Henkel

Bygger på en stærk arv på næsten 150 år, leder vi vejen mod nye og forbedrede måder at leve på hver dag. Både i dag og for fremtidige generationer. Gennem vores innovative og bæredygtige mærker og teknologier i alle vores teams verden over. Henkel har en førende position i både industri- og forbrugervirksomheder: Vores portefølje omfatter velkendte hårplejeprodukter, rengøringsmidler, skyllemidler, men også klæbemidler, tætningsmidler og belægninger. 

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