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Scientist , Hair Fiber Discovery Domain, L'Oreal USA Research & Innovation at L'Oreal USA, Inc

Posted in Other 30+ days ago.

Location: Clark, New Jersey





Job Description:

Do you
like identifying and developing disruptive technologies that address future
consumer needs and transform the beauty industry?

Then
L'Oreal Research & Innovation (R&I) might be exactly the place you have
always been looking for!

For more
than one hundred years, L'Oreal believesthat
Beauty needs Science. In a world nowtransformed
by digital technologyand the emergence ofnew scientific Domains,we are confident
in our ability to turn these opportunities into major innovations, closely
linked to thenew consumer expectations all
over the world. Science & Technology are allowing us to inventsafe, dependable, sustainable & responsible beauty
productsand experiencesthat
will change people's lives. L'Oreal Research and Innovation has continuously
invested upstream in its research with a high level of ambition. Our3800+ L'Oreal R&I peopleare talented
and highly skilled, located in major markets, working in a cooperative way,
opened to the world.

In our
newly redesigned organization, the role of
Discovery Domain is to identify and develop disruptive technologies that will address
future consumer needs and transform the
beauty industry in more sustainable
and disruptive ways. The function is responsible for developing mechanistic
insights and hair fiber knowledge to
enable identification of new Actives, materials and formulations, including
anti-oxidants,bioactive, Smart Materials, composites etc. in partnership
with other domains such as Invention Domain, Application Domains and Product
Development Domains.

As a
Global organization, the Discovery Domain is a Global function operating from many countries including France
and L'Oreal USA is embedded in various strategic projects and leads many of
them. A key measure of success for the Domain is to create knowledge based high performing materials and prototypes that are
protected by strong, strategic and holistic intellectual property for the group.
Working closely with cross functional teams, this position requires high
technical skills as well as a strong attitude for working in multi-expertise,
multi-cultural teams with agility.

We are
currently seeking a talented and innovative Scientist
to join our Hair Fiber Discovery Domain
team located at ourClark, NewJersey
facility for Research and Innovation.This is a highly technical position
will require continuous learning and in-depth working knowledge in Material
Sciences, Chemistry, and experience with problem definition, experimental
design/execution, and problem solving. This key technical position will allow
one to express oneself with in the entrepreneurial culture of the L'Oreal group
and be part of the creation of beauty of the future

You Will . . .


  • Translate consumer needs into
    technical problem statements, identify knowledge driven technologies to
    address the needs and beauty aspirations to deliver various consumer
    perceivable benefits for both skin (anti-ageing) and hair (styling,
    coloring, repair).

  • Design and conduct experiments
    individually as well as with team, to validate hypothesis and performance
    targets. Communicate results with clarity and recommendations in oral as
    well as written formats.

  • Interact with various groups
    within Domains of Invention, Domains of Application and Development,
    Safety, Regulatory and Claims (SRC), to ensure new materials and composite
    are meeting the needs of the broader priorities.

  • Maintain a healthy external
    focus on new technology developments and Conduct literature searches, IP
    landscaping as needed by oneself and through partnership with the IP and
    legal departments to ensure that the latest technologies are explored for
    relevant applications in creative ways and we create competitive advantage

  • Participate, lead and or
    generate new knowledge through discussions on hair fiber knowledge, new
    technologies and formulations and contribute to strengthening the overall
    knowledge of the field.

  • Expected to be an effective
    communicator across the organization to provide clear recommendations on
    various new Materials, actives and formulations to both scientific and
    non-scientific audiences

You Have . . .


  • Completed a Ph.D. in Chemistry,
    Material Sciences/Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physical Sciences or
    Biological Sciences

  • Experience in
    cosmetics/personal care/consumer healthcare/ chemical industries with a focus on hair is preferred

  • Excellent communication
    (verbal, written) and interpersonal skills required with high sensitivity
    to a very diverse global culture

  • Well organized and flexible
    with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a
    fast-paced highly matrixed environment while meeting established deadlines

  • Demonstrated skills in
    analyzing, reporting and documenting information with attention to detail

  • Ability to work independently
    in a matrix environment both as a team member and as a leader

You Are . . .


  • Able to operate under general
    supervision with the ability to make decisions independently and assess
    when escalation is appropriate.

  • Collaborative with
    international colleagues to ensure global consistency, efficiency, and
    harmonization and potentially lead global projects.


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.
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