Product Development Chemist Printed Electronics (d/f/m)

Adhesive Technologies Research & Development Innovation Germany, Düsseldorf, North Rhine Westphalia Full Time Regular
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About this Position

We are seeking a highly skilled Printed Electronics Chemist to join our Product Development team. In this role, you will be responsible for the development, formulation, and optimization of advanced electronic materials - including conductive and dielectric inks - designed for various printing technologies such as screen printing, pad printing, gravure, and flexographic processes.
This position is ideal for someone with a deep understanding of chemistry, strong analytical thinking, and hands-on industry experience in printed electronics. 

What you´ll do

  • Develop and formulate novel electronic materials, including conductive, resistive, and dielectric inks.
  • Optimize and scale ink formulations for different printing techniques and substrates
  • Plan and execute lab experiments and conduct analytical tests and characterization (e.g., viscosity, rheology, conductivity, adhesion, stability)
  • Document experimental plans, results, and technical reports
  • Stay up to date with emerging trends, technologies, and materials in the printed electronics landscape
  • Monitor the IP landscape and write patent applications in collaboration with internal and external IP partners to secure newly developed technologies
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (business development, application engineering, production, quality) to support material integration into customer applications

What makes you a good fit

  • Master degree in chemistry, materials science, or a related field (PhD preferred)
  • 3 years of relevant work experience in the product development of electronic materials or ink formulation, ideally in the printed electronics industry
  • Hands-on experience with laboratory equipment for material formulation and characterization, experience with printing equipment and processes is a plus
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to design and interpret experiments
  • Fluent English skills, Chinese is a plus

Some perks of joining Henkel

  • 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
  • Global 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
  • 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: 26092669

Job Locations: Germany, North Rhine Westphalia, Düsseldorf

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

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