This role delivers end-to-end leadership of Clinical Hot Room studies, generating robust, high‑quality evidence to support antiperspirant technology development and product claims, with a strong focus on participant safety and data integrity.
Responsibilities
* Lead Hot Room testing of antiperspirant efficacy on panels of human participants, in alignment with the Deodorants R&D Programme, including resource management, study setup, execution, and reporting in line with approved protocols, SOPs, and ethical requirements.
* Lead the scheduling of quarterly test plans in collaboration with Hot Room colleagues based at the Leeds R&D site aligned to the Deodorants R&D priorities.
* Manage end-to-end Hot Room study delivery, from participant scheduling and product handling through to data collection and reporting.
* Treat panellists according to test protocols; all panellists being dealt with professionally, courteously and according to the Consumer Centre Code of Conduct and Clinicals Standard Operating Procedures.
* Lead the recruitment and screening of new participants for the Hot Room panels and organise and deliver the annual consenting and medical screening for the Hot Room panels.
* Manage protocol development, study amendments, SOP's, and risk assessments, including the annual ethical review and update of the generic Hot Room protocol.
* Support Hot Room team members in managing their daily tasks to facilitate study delivery and ensuring that all their training requirements are fulfilled.
* Become proficient in the use of the Ho Room JMP software to accurately capture and analyse study data, ensuring compliance with Clinicals and Unilever data governance requirements.
* Manage the execution of external Hot Room studies at external research organisations, encompassing protocol development, setup, execution, and reporting.
Qualifications
* Degree (BSc) in a scientific or life‑science discipline, or practical experience in human clinical studies with proof of numerical and literacy skills at GCSE level, or equivalent.
* Role requirements include direct involvement in studies with female panellists, where same-sex interaction is necessary due to study design and ethical considerations.
* Good understanding and application of sound clinical practice principles, with strong awareness of ethics and participant safety requirements.
* High attention to detail with a proven ability to deliver accurate, robust data and study documentation.
* Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience in cosmetic, personal care, or consumer health clinical research.
* Familiarity with managing teams in a collaborative and effective manner.
* Experience working with electronic data capture systems and clinical databases.
Benefits
* Competitive salary and pension scheme.
* Annual bonus, subsidised gym membership, discounted staff shop, and shares.
* Flexible and hybrid working environment.
* Family-friendly and inclusive workplace with wellbeing support programmes and development opportunities.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Unilever is an equal-opportunity employer. We embrace diversity in our workforce and give full and fair consideration to all applicants. We provide reasonable adjustments during the application and interview process to enable candidates to present their best selves.
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