Material Chemist Odour Control

Please Note: The deadline for applying is 23.59 the day before the job posting end date. Job Title: Material Chemist Odour Control Location: Port Sunlight Research Lab Work-Level: WL1RH4 JOB PURPOSE The Personal Care business in Unilever is committed to making a real difference to the lives of our consumers through brands such as Dove, Axe and Rexona. The Science and Technology (S&T) group within Personal Care R&D is focussed on developing disruptive technologies, underpinned by strong scientific expertise to create products that delight our consumers whilst being good for the planet. We currently have an opportunity for a Materials Scientist in our Physical Sciences (Substrate & Formulation) Group within the S&T team based between our Port Sunlight R&D site and the Materials Innovation Factory in Liverpool. The role will deliver primarily to the deodorants programme and will be focussed on the development of new wetness protection technologies (physical chemistry focus). Core activities include: Contribute to building a pipeline of next generation wetness protection technologies. Develop mechanistic understanding for technology performance including gelation and interaction with substrates (skin). Characterise product performance via existing methodologies (e.g. microfluidics) and develop new methodologies to support performance requirements. Work with format teams to transfer product innovations from laboratory to pilot plants. The role is ideally suited to an energetic, resourceful materials scientist with excellent people-skills Research and Development is vital to the growth of Unilever brands and the successful applicant will have access to a range of world class laboratory and pilot plant facilities including the Product Innovation Laboratory and the Advanced Manufacturing Centre at Port Sunlight, and the Materials Innovation Factory at the University of Liverpool. RESPONSIBILITIES The role reports to a Research Manager and includes the following responsibilities: Creates ideas and develops technologies to meet consumer needs (primarily wetness protection) Provides evidence for product performance via characterisation methods (e.g. microfluidics) and develops new methodologies where appropriate. Collates, analyses data, and communicates insights for project deliverables and IP needs. Co-ordinates own project work, proposes next steps and organises experimental work for themselves and others, including third parties. Delivers high quality written reports and oral communications to the team and stakeholders. ALL ABOUT YOU MSc or PhD in Chemistry or Materials Science or equivalent research experience in Personal Care technology innovation. Expertise in characterising substrate/ active interactions is desired, preferably in a personal care field (although other experience will be considered). Understanding of active/ formulation interactions (e.g gelation properties) through microstructure characterisation (e.g. via microscopy/ NMR/ SAXS). Experience in data science, data handling and statistical DoE methods is preferred. Experience of delivering practical work to deadlines, independently and as part of an agile, flexible team. Excellent communication (written and verbal), interpersonal and team working skills are a prerequisite. Experience in the delivery of work through wider/global teams and independent third-party organisations would be preferred. NOTES Please apply via this portal as e-mail applications may not be processed and include your Future Fit Plan if possible. By applying for this vacancy, you are confirming that you have made your Line Manager aware of your application and that you are at a point in your career with Unilever where it is appropriate for you to be applying for other positions.   Should you require additional information or reasonable adjustments to allow you to present your best self during this process, please contact your Talent Partner Daniel Quinn on daniel.quinn@unilever.com  What we offer Whilst the role is advertised on a full-time basis, we would be happy to discuss possible flexible working options and what this may look like for you. We strive to achieve a family-friendly and inclusive workplace and to, above all, create possibilities for all. Diversity at Unilever is about inclusion, embracing differences, creating possibilities and growing together for better business performance. We embrace diversity in our workforce. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. We are also more than happy to provide reasonable adjustments during our application and interview process to enable you to be present your best self. To find out more, including about our Employee Resource Groups, please click here Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (unilever.com). Relocation to the UK Please be aware if you are applying for this role from outside the UK, if successful, your application will be treated as a self-initiated Change Location Outside of Country (CLOC) transfer. This means any relocation costs must be self-funded with the potential to reclaim some specific pre-approved expenses up to £5,000. Please speak to your Talent Partner if you have any questions. 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