Senior Scientist – Home Care

Key Responsibilities:

• Key role for the Senior Scientist is to perform R&D tasks related to New Product Development and Improvement,
• Cost Optimization, Product Safety and Regulatory Compliance, Technical Communication, and other related projects for the Home Care category.

Job Description:

• Develop superior quality products on-time and at the best price
• Ideate and develop breakthrough product innovations from entirely new or emerging technologies based on in-depth consumer knowledge
• Timely implementation cost optimization initiatives
• Ensure compliance to all relevant regulatory and government requirements for new and existing products
• Comprehensive documentation related to project requirements, including technical specifications,
• manufacturing procedures, product registration dossier, etc
• Ideate and develop communication materials related to product claims and benefits through compelling product demonstrations and product information-sharing

Operational activities to support product availability and right costing:

• Timely resolution of product and operational concerns, if applicable
• Timely screening and recommendation for alternative sources of raw materials
• Support in qualification and audit of potential Third Party Manufacturers

Qualification:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmacy, Cosmetic Science, or any related Science / Engineering discipline is required. Preferably with relevant PRC License/Registration.
• Has 3 to 5 years work experience in research and development, preferably in Home Care. Strong experience in R&D of Personal Care products may be considered.
• Knowledge and experience in Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals is an advantage.
• Knowledge and experience in registration of products under Household/Urban Hazardous Substances (HUHS) or Household/Urban Pesticide (HUP) is an advantage.
• Demonstrated competency in scientific rigor and experimentation is required.
• Experience in formulation and/or manufacturing of consumer/pharmaceutical products is highly preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.
• Ability to work cross-functionally in a team environment while being an individual contributor required.