Henkel’s Julie Joseph explores the aspects of the sector she would change and the personality traits most suited to a career in this space.
“What drew me towards this career area was my enjoyment of problem solving and understanding how things work. I have always been naturally curious, so I could easily have ended up in many different STEM careers,” explained Julie Joseph, a technology specialist at Henkel.
Particularly interested in chemistry and how it combines scientific thinking with practical applications that can make a real difference in industry and manufacturing, she went on to complete a PhD in polymer chemistry and developed specialist technical knowledge.
She said, “After finishing my studies, I initially worked in research and development for many years. Those roles suited my background well because they involved experimentation, innovation and continuous learning. I enjoyed investigating scientific problems and helping develop new materials and technologies.
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