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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.
Graduate Program - Innovation Impact -R&D Data Scientist Chemistry (d/f/m)
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Graduate Program - Innovation Impact -R&D Data Scientist Chemistry (d/f/m)
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About the Innovation Impact Program
Our 18-month Graduate Program starts on October 1st, 2025, at our Henkel Adhesive Technologies Innovation Center in Düsseldorf. You will be part of an exciting development journey, where you will receive a permanent contract from day one, relocation support, and hands-on experience across various innovative technologies. Upon completion, you will have the opportunity to transition into global roles within Henkel’s innovation network.
What you´ll do
- Partner with product developers and application engineers as part of our R&D team in Düsseldorf, Germany to understand technologies, data collection processes, and challenges driving the digital transformation within R&D
- Design and conduct data analysis projects to identify trends and patterns in formulation data sets, and build and deploy machine learning models to predict formulation performance, stability, and quality
- Collaborate closely with R&D colleagues to translate data insights into new formulations, product development decisions, and application processes - optimizing R&D workflows
- Develop and maintain data visualization dashboards to effectively communicate insights to technical and business stakeholders
- Leverage your digital skillset to drive awareness and application of data-based decision-making and digital tools across R&D
- Support the digital transformation of R&D by implementing data-driven workflows for process development and knowledge management
What makes you a good fit
- You have recently completed, or are about to complete, a Master’s or Ph.D. that combines a strong foundation in Chemistry, Engineering, or Materials Science with Data Science, Physics, Computer Science, or a related analytical field—for example, a Bachelor’s in a natural science and a digitally focused Master's, or interdisciplinary studies that enable you to understand both lab-based R&D and data-driven approaches
- You bring first hands-on experience with data analysis and modeling in scientific or engineering contexts, and have a strong grasp of statistical methods and machine learning algorithms (e.g., regression, classification)
- You are proficient in data tools such as Python or R, DoE software like Minitab or JMP, and data visualization platforms (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Tableau); experience with IoT, finite element analysis (FEA), and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) is a plus
- You are interested in working in a laboratory environment, motivated to learn about formulations, product development, and R&D workflows, and keen to apply What makes you a good fit in a hands-on setting
- You enjoy collaborating with non-digital colleagues, and can confidently explain digital tools and data concepts in a simple, practical way to support their daily work
- You are interested in growing your career in Henkel’s global Innovation network, with relocation as one possible path after the program.
- Proficiency in English is essential, as you will work in an international environment
Ready to take the next step in your career? Visit our program landing page for full details and apply today.
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, 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: 25078509
Job Locations: Germany, North Rhine Westphalia, Düsseldorf
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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.
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