Job Description

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 2023 revenue of $3.5 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,000 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in over 140 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets.

H.B. Fuller’s R&D Pathways Rotational Program offers new graduates the chance to develop new skills, gain experience in a wide variety of chemistries and learn business acumen while receiving mentorship and leading impactful projects for our company.

Position: R&D Pathways Scientist I

Location: Vadnais Heights, MN (H.B. Fuller World Headquarters)

The Scientist I will participate in the development of technology to achieve the goals and plans of the businesses for which they support during the 2-3 year rotational program.

This individual is involved in a variety of research, development and technical service activities, including:

• Conducting and analyzing experiments on organic and inorganic substances to determine and evaluate their chemical and physical properties and to investigate their applications to industry.

• Carrying out experiments to improve upon or to duplicate materials and substances and engaging in research to identify new methods of processing or production.

• Appling and interpreting standard scientific theories, concepts and techniques.

• Completing basic projects independently, drawing conclusions with guidance, and reproducing and articulating results and their meaning, including business impact.

• Supporting product or process demonstrations.

• Identifying and developing solutions to problems where causal relationships can be identified, and some precedence may exist.

• Documenting test results and making process improvement recommendations.

• Documenting project updates and executing projects using project management methodologies.

• Fulfilling responsibilities as required by the Quality System for the site/business unit.

• Working in a safe and efficient manner.

• Managing and completing multiple projects independently, drawing conclusions, articulating results and their meaning, including value propositions and business impact.

Requirements

• Currently obtaining Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Materials Science and will be graduating in the Spring of 2025.

This position will travel minimally, but will be required to visit manufacturing facilities and laboratories across the U.S.

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

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, 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.