Job Position: Assistant Research Scientist
Function: Science & Technology
Scope: Beauty and Wellbeing
Location: Bangalore
Business Context and Main Purpose of the Job
Beauty and Wellbeing (BW) is focused on Unmissable Brand Superiority and Making Market with Multi-Year Innovation Platforms and Excellence with Incremental turnover. Science & Technology (S&T) team is focused on big bets platforms such as Biotechnology, Advanced Materials, using Digital to excel with savings and growth. The role of the Science and Technology (S&T-Physical and Chemical Science-PCS) is to deliver breakthrough “Differentiated & Superior Technologies” to meet above B&W goals, in key markets and with power brands.
S&T-PCS team is employing Advance materials, Substrate Science and Digital to deliver Beautiful, Noticeable, Appearance Benefits to Skin & Hair. Teams focus is to deliver faster and cost-effective Innovations through Advanced Material Pillar using “Digital/Modelling”. The purpose is to build multiyear digitally transformative innovation roadmap & impactful claims by combining insights driven by (a) Substrate – Material - Product dynamics (b) Computational Chemistry, Multi scale Modelling. To meet our purpose, we need candidate with expertise in Chemical engineering or Physical Chemistry. The candidate should be able to demonstrate the ability to learning new digital capabilities, work on their own initiative and a desire to develop scientific skills.
Main Accountabilities
o Develop Multi-scale, modelling, Digital Material design capabilities to deliver materials to product and substrate insights
o Validate Digital insights through In vitro protocols and proof of science.
o Build pipeline of computational proof of principles based on Material, Product and Substrate
o Build IP funnel for differentiated & exclusive consumer benefits
o Delivers effective reporting of scientific data, including peer-reviewed publications
o Communicate and work closely with global team to incorporate new technologies into product
o Apply Thought leadership through speed & teamwork
Key Interfaces
o S&T Scientists (cross functional expertise)
o Design platform leaders
o Patent attorney
o Academic, Institutional & external partners
Critical success Factors for the Job
Key Skills
o Strong hand-on experience in Computational Chemistry, Multiscale Modelling
o Experience in Material, and Colloid surface science
o Scientific writing and Literature analysis.
o Track record of working in collaborations.
Relevant Experience
o PhD / Master Computational / Physical Chemistry or Chemical Engineering
o Hand on experience Computational chemistry & Material design
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Unilever embraces diversity and encourages applicants from all walks of life! 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.
Top Skills
What We Do
Be part of the world’s most successful, purpose-led business. Work with brands that are well-loved around the world, that improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We promote innovation, big and small, to make our business win and grow; and we believe in business as a force for good. Unleash your curiosity, challenge ideas and disrupt processes; use your energy to make this happen. Our brilliant business leaders and colleagues provide mentorship and inspiration, so you can be at your best.
Our portfolio ranges from nutritionally balanced foods to indulgent ice creams, affordable soaps, luxurious shampoos and everyday household care products. We produce world-leading brands including Lipton, Knorr, Dove, Axe, Hellmann’s and Omo, alongside trusted local names and innovative-forward thinking brands like Ben & Jerry’s, The Dollar Shave Club and Dermalogica.
Every individual here can bring their purpose to life through their work. Join us and you’ll be surrounded by inspiring leaders and supportive peers. Among them, you’ll channel your purpose, bring fresh ideas to the table, and simply be you. As you work to make a real impact on the business and the world, we’ll work to help you become a better you.
