Job Title: S&T Biological Sciences – Barrier Science - Histology & Imaging

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 cell and molecular biology of the skin and its interaction with the microbiome. Information gathered 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 host-microbe interactions preferred.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Design and execute research experiments, perform data analysis and insight generation to support Innovation projects/activitiesContinuously develop broad knowledge in skin biology following current literature and attending scientific conference to advance research programmes and capabilities and fill technology pipeline.  Actively evaluate new analysis and experimental 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 externallyTranslate scientific findings for business applications

ALL ABOUT YOU

MSc or PhD or equivalent relevant experience in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, or a related disciplineExpertise in molecular & cellular biology of skin, particularly the epidermis, with the ability to design, execute and interpret experiments are essential. Prior experience with in vitro culture of skin cells is essential with use of ex vivo or organotypic models preferred. Knowledge and experience of the measurement of the skin microbiome and of host-microbe interactions is preferred Experience with standard biochemical and molecular biology techniques, including RNA isolation, qPCR, microscopy/histology, ELISAs, and/or quantitative protein analysis.  Capable of presenting scientific results to multidisciplinary teams and key stakeholders is essential. Industry experience or experience in collaboration with academic & industry partners, combined with project management experience is considered an advantageStrong 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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