Operations Assessment Center 2023

Job description

Position Title:Scientist, Photoprotection Applied Research

Location: Clark, New Jersey

Department: Photoprotection Applied Research

 

For more than hundred years, L’Oréal believes that beauty needs Science. In a world now transformed by digital technology and the emergence of new scientific domains, we are confident in our ability to turn these opportunities into major innovations, closely linked to the new consumer expectations all over the world. Science & Technology are allowing us to invent safe, trustable, sustainable & responsible beauty products and experiences that will change people’s lives.

 

L’Oréal Research & Innovation (R&I) has continuously invested upstream in its research with a high level of ambition. Our 4 100 L'Oréal R&I people are talented and highly skilled, located in major markets, working in a cooperative way, open to the world.

 

In the Photoprotection Applied Research team, we are responsible for developing the formulation platforms of tomorrow. New materials, new formulation strategies, and optimization of process are important tools we use to deliver core technologies that can be diversified into many new formulas. We work closely with upstream research, open innovation and external collaborators, experts in safety, regulatory, and scale-up teams, and a global network of experts in photoprotection formulation and characterization.

 

TheScientistin our Photoprotection team is able to devise creative strategies toward overcoming technical challenges in photoprotection. The individual should have a passion for science and formulation, strong work ethic, and good interpersonal skills. The job consists of preparing new formulations, planning and executing experimental plans, characterizing formulations and raw materials for performance, and interacting with internal research partners and external collaborators.

 

As a Scientist in our Photoprotection Applied Research Team, your main responsibilities are:

·  Develop new and robust sun care formulation platforms and processes
·  Show creativity, resourcefulness, and a strong grasp of the scientific method to overcome technical challenges and develop core formulation technologies in sun care
·  Communicate effectively with collaborators and research partners to grow in knowledge and find solutions toward highly-challenging product and formula development.
·  Grow knowledgeable about the fundamental science of formulation, sun care characterization, research and patent publications, and regulation.
·  Have a passion for new products, textures, and technologies in consumer products – specifically in daily and beach sun care.
·  Maintain a high standard of quality by keeping detailed records, organizing experimental data, and following closely formula stability and performance.

 

To Succeed In This Position, you have:

·  A completed Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related field (required)
·  1-3 years of industry, laboratory experience (required)
·  Previous experience in Sun Care/SPF formulation and OTC Products is desirable
·  Well organized and hard-working and a team-player skills.
·  Knowledge and eagernesss to delve into emulsion theory, design, and processing. 
·  Good communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, and computer skills
·  Displays scientific curiosity and passion for suncare 
·  A self-starter with a passion for the industry and ability to operate independently
·  Authorization to work in the United States on a full-time, permanent, ongoing basis, without the need for legal sponsorship now or in the future (required)

 

What's In It For You:

·  Corporate Short Term Incentives (Corporate Profit Sharing Bonus, Individual Performance Bonus)
·  Competitive Benefit Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Pension Plan)
·  Flexible Time Off (Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Vacation Buy Program, Volunteer Time, Summer Fridays & More!)
·  Access to Company Perks (VIP Access to L’Oréal’s Internal Shop for Discounted Products)
·  Learning & Development Opportunities (Unlimited Access to E-learnings, Lunch & Learn Sessions, Mentorship Programs, & More!)
·  Employee Resource Groups (Think Tanks and Innovation Squads)
·  Access to Mental Health & Wellness Programs

 

If you identify yourself in this position, please apply by uploading your resume in a PDF or Word Document.

 

The L'Oréal Group is convinced that difference is a deep source of wealth, that allows everyone to grow, to challenge themselves and to go further. We strongly encourage everyone to always dare and never censor themselves. Skills can always be learnt. We will be delighted to exchange with you!

 

To discover our scientific and technical functions at L'Oréal Research & Innovation, please check our career website :https://careers.loreal.com/en_US/content/ResearchInnovations?3_4_3=128

 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and take pride in a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or disability, or any other legally protected status.

 

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application for a recognized disability under applicable law, please email USApplicationAccommodation@support.lorealusa.com. Please note this email will only respond to specific requests for assistance completing the application as a request for accommodation for a disability. All others will not be considered.