AMSS-Assistant Research Scientist

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 based in Senior Research Associate / Assistant Research Scientist Biomaterials based in Bangalore Want to Create Technology that cares for you and your home We want to bring cheers in the life of millions of consumers by creating formulations for hand laundry and/or hand dish wash that care for the consumer wellness with great cleaning performance. Home Care Science and Technology team is on the exciting journey of creating formulations that care for you, your clothes, and our planet with superior product experience of Fabric sensation , Fabric care and wellness of consumershttps://www.unilever.com/news/news-and-features/Feature-article/2019/nature-and-science-combine-to-create-a-cleaning-world-first.htmlConsumers with sensitive skin and young parents are demanding safe, hypoallergenic products with less or no chemicals. Converting these consumers need and insight into technology is an exciting challenge and a big opportunity for Home Care products.We are on a journey of creating products that are environment friendly, sustainable, and natural. The goal aspiration is to create holistic solution for The Washer , The Wearer and The Wearables and deliver product that are mild on skin yet deliver strong cleaning performance with minimal effort.Home care wants to convert the chore of laundry and cleaning into a passion. The pandemic has transformed consumers approach towards cleanliness and hygiene. You can live this purpose by exploring mild and natural materials that provide superior cleaning benefits and transform those into technologies and products that connect with consumers.About the Role:The individual will work with internal team across different functions, and external partners to deliver robust technology.Execute on the bench experiments: Proof of principle experiments with identified / prioritize leads in HC context that are aligned with the category vision of fabric care, fabric sensation and wellness of consumers.Demonstrate feasibility of technology by creating prototypes in alignment with category.Support work with design team (Global and Regional) and liaison with strategic suppliers to deliver technology into innovation funnel.All about you

• You should be a team player, enthusiastic, confident and have good communication skills
• Master degree in Biotechnology / Chemistry / B. Tech or B.E. or equivalent degree in Chemical engineering. Exposure to biomolecules / biopolymers will be a plus
• 4 7 years work experience preferably in analytical lab or FMCG R&D
• Enthusiastic to learn digital tools to speed up delivery. Knowledge of Cheminformatics tools is a plus
• Experience in using appropriate literature / patent / competition for experiment design and test model to explore new leads
• Experience in product formulation will be a plus

What do we offer

• Competitive Salary
• World class research environment & partnership with leading experts all over the world.
• Exciting career opportunities in R&D that supports a global, purpose led business and shapes the future of our Billion Dollar Brands.
• Be part of an ambitious and interdisciplinary team (from biology to material science)

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 :
validationauditingbenefits administrationchemistrycompilationhome caresensitive skinequipment supplycorporate liaisoncareer opportunitieswincareskinwashlessproofdesignplanetbiologylaundry