Job Title: S&T B&W Biological Sciences – Skin Biology and Measurement
Location: Port Sunlight R&D
JOB PURPOSE
The Science and Technology (S&T) pillar in Unilever is charged with the delivery of breakthrough technologies and differentiated innovations to meet the needs of our consumers around the world, alongside developing new functional ingredients for our leading brands.
S&T Biosciences is a platform for investigating the biological mechanisms that underpin key consumer phenotypes to generate new technologies for the next generation of products and providing novel insights to support superior claims in the marketplace for Unilever’s Beauty and Wellbeing (B&W) category.
The role of Research Bioscientist will specialise in the biology of the skin and the analysis of samples generated from in vitro and human studies. Through the use of advanced measurement strategies for the molecular and structural characterisation of components in skin (including lipid, proteins and or other biomarkers) this role will enhance active discovery, mode of action research and design pipelines for the development of novel beauty products. The role is ideally suited to an energetic, self-motivated, resourceful research scientist with a track record in laboratory work, with good people and communication skills. A background in skin biology is essential with previous experience of advanced analytical techniques preferred.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design and execute research experiments, perform data analysis and insight generation to support Innovation projects/activities
- Continuously develop broad knowledge in skin biology following current literature and attending scientific conference to advance research programmes and capabilities and fill technology pipeline.
- Evaluate and implement analysis methodologies and establish relevant capabilities within our program.
- Leverage the best of both academia and industry, including assessing and working with independent service providers, to support the generation of new insights and development of novel technologies.
- Communicate and publish results internally and externally
- Translate scientific findings for business applications
ALL ABOUT YOU
- MSc or PhD or relevant experience in Cell/Molecular Biology, biochemistry or a related discipline
- Expertise in Skin biology, particularly the epidermis, knowledge of skin structure and of molecular biomarker measurement are essential.
- The ability to design, execute and analyse experiments is essential.
- Prior experience with in vitro culture of skin cells is essential with use of ex vivo or organotypic models preferred.
- Experience in handling biological samples such as ex vivo skin, tape strips, biopsies etc is preferred.
- Knowledge and experience of the measurement and interpretation of the molecular components of such samples e.g. LC-MS, HPLC, lipidomics, proteomics, etc. are preferred
- Experience in bioassay development and biomarker measurement, preferably in industrial setting is considered an advantage
- Industry experience or experience in collaboration with academic & industry partners, combined with project management experience is considered an advantage
- Knowledge with digital tools and data analysis skills relevant to measurements are desirable.
- Capable of presenting scientific results to multidisciplinary teams and key stakeholders is essential.
- Strong work ethic and self-motivated with ability to work independently and as a member of highly collaborative team
- A strong interest in translational research and industrial R&D.
- Fluent spoken and written English.
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About Unilever
Unilever is one of the world’s leading suppliers of Food, Home and Personal Care products with sales in over 190 countries and reaching 2 billion consumers a day. Unilever has more than 400 brands found in homes around the world, including Dove, Tresemme, Lynx, Lifebuoy, Shea Moisture, Persil, Domestos, Ben & Jerry’s, Magnum, Marmite, The Vegetarian Butcher, Graze and Pot Noodle.
Faced with the challenge of climate change and the need for human development, we want to move towards a world where everyone can live well and within the natural limits of the planet. That’s why our purpose is ‘to make sustainable living commonplace’
What We Offer
Not only do we offer a competitive salary and pension scheme, we also offer an annual bonus, subsidised gym membership, a discounted staff shop and shares. You’ll have the opportunity to work directly with our renowned and exciting brands in a flexible and hybrid working environment.
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 are a key advocate of wellbeing and offer a variety of support for our people including hubs, programmes and development opportunities. 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 at Unilever | Unilever.
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