Research Scientist - Superior Cleaning

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!ARE YOU READY TO REIMAGINE THE FUTURE OF CLEANING AND JOIN US IN THE CLEAN FUTURE JOURNEY With an investment of 1 billion over the next ten years, we are on a mission to replace ingredients derived from fossil fuels in our cleaning and laundry product formulations with ingredients from renewable or recycled sources by 2030.https://www.unilever.com/news/news-and-features/Feature-article/2020/we-are-reimagining-the-future-of-cleaning.htmlhttps://www.unilever.com/brands/home-care/clean-future.htmlAt Unilever, 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 Scientist for our Home Care Category based in BangaloreWe are looking for a purpose driven, passionate, inquisitive thinkers to join us in our efforts to create sustainable cleaning solutions that will truly transform people s lives and protect our planet.PurposeIn this role, as part of the Future proof formats team within the Science & Technology, Home Care category, you will develop formulations using renewable, sustainable, biodegradable ingredients 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, 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

• Design & Develop new products, technologies, or formats to offer superior cleaning benefits to consumers.
• Product design and optimisation of technology until it fits the product description
• Product development for E-commerce and Unilever Professionals across Home Care product formats
• Translation of consumer and business needs to generate ideas for new technologies and products
• Lead product development team supporting the innovation and savings agenda of the Home Care portfolio
• Build digital and automation capability for the program
• Collaborations with digital and E-commerce teams as a part of product portfolio management
• Managing external interfaces with our extensive partnerships with leading scientists, academic institutions, suppliers, and specialist businesses

All 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: PhD/ Master s degree in Chemical Engineering or Physical Chemistry Science preferably with post-doctoral experience from lead academic institution in India or abroad

• Background/Experience: Minimum 4 years of research experience preferably industrial in Surfactant Science, Polymers & Resins with digital and automation skills. Proven track record of interfacing with Global Design, Marketing, Capabilities, Academia will also be preferred. Experience in in building and maintaining an internal and external network is added advantage.
• Technical skills: Proven scientific records through publications in peer reviewed journals or patents

• Soft skills: Teamwork, multi-tasking, good communication and writing skills, creativity, ability to analyse data and provide logical conclusions

What do we offer

• Be part of a diverse and ambitious team shaping the future of Home Care brands.
• Opportunity to work on brands that improve lives of billions of people across the globe
• Agile Working
• 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.,

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