Research Associate, non-plastic sustainable formats

Job Description

ABOUT UNILEVER:Be part of the world s most successful, purpose-led business. Work with brands that are well-loved around the world, that strive to improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us every day. Every day, nine out of ten Indian households use our products to feel good, look good and get more out of life giving us a unique opportunity to build a brighter future. We promote innovation, big and small, to make our business win and grow; and we believe in business as a force for good. Our brilliant business leaders and colleagues provide mentorship and inspiration, so you can be at your best.At HUL, we believe that every individual irrespective of their race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, nationality, caste, disability or marital status can bring their purpose to life. So apply to us, to unleash your curiosity, challenge ideas and disrupt processes; use your energy to make the world a better place. As you work to make a real impact on the business and the world, we ll work to help you become a better you!We are looking to hire a Research Associate/Senior Research Associate, non-plastic sustainable formats based in BangalorePLASTIC SYSTEM NEEDS FUNDAMENTAL RETHINK ARE YOU READY TO JOIN US IN OUR JOURNEY Unilever announces ambitious new commitments for waste-free world. Alan Jope, Unilever CEO, said: Plastic has its place, but that place is not in the environment. We can only eliminate plastic waste by acting fast and taking radical action at all points in the plastic cycle.we believe that every individual irrespective of their race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, nationality, caste, disability or marital status can bring their purpose to life. So apply to us, to unleash your curiosity, challenge ideas and disrupt processes; use your energy to make the world a better place. As you work to make a real impact on the business and the world, we ll work to help you become a better you!PurposeIn this role, as part of the Future proof formats team within the Science & Technology, Home Care category, you will develop non-plastic sustainable formats such as capsules, films, sheets that delivers superior cleaning benefits to consumers while offering convenience at affordable cost. You will be required to develop the technology with the triple constraints of chemical, plastics and water to identify the sweet spot for the consumers via new formats. The key challenges to be addressed include: scouting new materials, developing non-plastic sustainable formats, meeting the cleaning action standards criteria at affordable cost to everyone, establishing formulation robustness at lab &/or pilot scale, interfacing with various teams to address processing issues & identifying patent opportunities.Main Responsibilities Candidate is expected to work in the laboratory to carry out on the bench experiments & demonstrate technical performance of product prototypes and formats The incumbent will work with team to develop new products or formats to offer superior cleaning benefits to consumers. The incumbent will work with teams to build laboratory and processing capabilities. Candidate is expected to use appropriate literature / patent / competition / supplier searches related to the projects. The incumbent will leverage digital age tools such as automation, simulation, and modeling to minimize experiments, maximize output & speed up program delivery. The incumbent will work with external partners and suppliers to scout for technologies and speed up deliveries to market The incumbent will interface with other Science & Technology, Global Design, Cluster Design, SEAC, regulatory teams while developing formulations/formatsAll About YouWe are looking for a person with right attitude and competencies. Candidates with one or two years of experience in product development are preferred Education: Bachelor s degree in Chemical Engineering / Chemistry with First class from reputed institutes Background/Experience: Proven 3-5 experience & expertise in R&D, formulation design exposure is preferred. Technical skills: Good understanding on polymers and material science, colloid and interface science, formulation and processing development Soft skills: Teamwork, multi-tasking, good communication and writing skills, creativity, ability to analyze data and provide logical conclusionsWhat do we offer Competitive Salary Agile Working Opportunity to work on brands that improve lives of billions of people across the globe Exciting career opportunities in a global, purpose led business.We are looking for the right people for our roles and our ambition, we are open to talk about how our flexible working policies can make this role the right one for you.

Keyskills :
researchvalidationhplcdocumentationcalibrationwriting skillsmaterial scienceequipment supplycommercial modelsproduct developmentchemical engineering