As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fuller’s (NYSE: FUL) innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products people use every day. Founded in 1887, with 2025 revenue of $3.5 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,100 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in 150 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets. Learn more at www.hbfuller.com.

Senior Scientist

Position Overview

H.B. Fuller is seeking a Senior Scientist to lead advanced materials research and development projects that support long-term innovation and business growth. This role drives the discovery, development, and commercialization of new technologies through collaboration with internal teams, suppliers, startups, and academic partners. The position combines technical expertise, project leadership, and data-driven problem-solving to deliver innovative material solutions.

Primary Responsibilities

Lead R&D projects using Stage-Gate processes and project management principles.
Design and execute experiments using DOE and statistical analysis.
Develop new products, processes, and technology concepts.
Analyze material performance using NMR, DSC, TGA, GPC, and rheology.
Present technical findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
Collaborate with global, cross-functional teams and external partners.
Mentor laboratory team members and provide technical guidance.
Support scale-up activities, quality requirements, and safe work practices.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or Polymer Science with 5+ years of industry experience; or Master's degree with 3+ years of experience; or PhD in a related field.
Experience leading research or product development projects.
Proficiency in experimental design, data analysis, and technical reporting.
Hands-on experience with analytical and characterization techniques.
Authorization to work in the country of employment without current or future sponsorship requirements.

Preferred Requirements

Experience in the chemical or materials industry.
Knowledge of structure-property-performance relationships in materials development.
Experience with Python, data science, machine learning, or material informatics.
Experience collaborating with suppliers, startups, or university research partners.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, and geographic location.

The salary for this role is $90,000-$110,000.

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.

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, age, 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.

H.B. Fuller does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with H.B. Fuller, a written service agreement must be executed by Human Resources prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed service agreement, H.B. Fuller shall not be obligated for payment of any fee or compensation.

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