Job Title: Formulation Research Scientist
Location: Unilever, Port Sunlight R&D, Bebington, England, United Kingdom
Overview
The Science & Technology team delivers breakthrough technologies and differentiated innovations to meet consumer needs globally. Within Beauty & Wellbeing divisions, we are building world‑class capability to develop innovations that out‑perform the competition and build equity for our leading brands.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare and characterise new product formulations.
* Measure and optimise product performance using category‑specific techniques.
* Develop new methods to characterise products, collaborating with robotics/automation experts as required.
* Capture high‑quality data via data capture tools to provide new product insights.
Experience, Skills & Qualifications
* BSc/MSc degree in physical chemistry, colloid science, materials science or equivalent research background.
* Good practical skills and ability to translate experimental insights into product opportunities.
* Experience of working in an industrial or academic lab environment; safety documentation preparation is desirable.
* Knowledge of formulation, processing of products and characterisation of their microstructure is desirable.
* Digital proficiency and data analysis skills, including experimental design (DoE), data manipulation, interpretation, and reporting; programming skills (e.g., Python) are desirable.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Notes
Please apply via this portal; e‑mail applications may not be processed. Include your Future Fit Plan if possible.
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What We Offer
We are happy to discuss possible flexible working options. We strive to create a family‑friendly and inclusive workplace and to provide opportunities for all.
Diversity & Inclusion
Diversity at Unilever is about inclusion, embracing differences, creating possibilities and growing together for better business performance. We give full and fair consideration to all applicants and support reasonable adjustments during the application and interview process.
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