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Senior Scientist I, Hair Clinical & Physics Sciences, Evaluation Intelligence, L'Oréal Research & Innovation
Clark, NJ, New Jersey
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New Jersey
Clark, NJ
Research & Innovation
Full - Time
16-May-2025
Position Title: Senior Scientist I, Hair Clinical & Physics Sciences, Evaluation Intelligence, L'Oreal Research & Innovation
Location : Clark, New Jersey
Department : Evaluation Intelligence
Hello, we're L'Oréal,
We're not just building brands, we're shaping how the world experiences beauty (and it takes a lot of cool jobs to do it). Intrigued? Keep reading, this might be the opportunity you've been searching for.
Who We Are : At L'Oréal Research & Innovation, we are pushing the boundaries of Science & Tech. We invest heavily in cutting-edge research, leveraging advanced technologies to understand skin, hair, and microbiome, while discovering new active ingredients and launching outperforming formulas. Our 4,100 L'Oréal R&I experts leverage Science & Technology to invent safe, trustable, sustainable & responsible beauty products and experiences that will change people's lives.
We are seeking a Senior Scientist I to join our Hair Clinical & Physics Sciences Team in our state of the art Clark, New Jersey research facility (https://www.mycentraljersey.com/story/news/local/development/2025/02/28/loreal-opens-new-250000-square-foot-research-center-in-union-county/80689859007/) . In this role, you will design, coordinate and execute Hair Instrumental studies for exploratory knowledge studies, aid to formulation testing, and claims substantiation. In this function you will be working cross functionally with the formulation development labs (Hair Care and Hair Color) as well as Product Safety, Regulatory and Claims Legal teams.
As a Senior Scientist I in our Hair Clinical & Physics Sciences Team, your main responsibilities are:
Instrumental Test Design & Execution: You will be designing and proposing instrumental tests for a variety of purposes, from fundamental hair knowledge studies to aid-to-formulation testing and claims substantiation for new hair products. This involves collaborating closely with Hair formulation labs to understand their specific needs and translating those needs into robust testing strategies. You'll then oversee the execution of these tests, ensuring meticulous attention to detail and adherence to established protocols.
Collaboration & Methodology Selection: Collaborate with internal and external partners to determine the most appropriate testing methodologies for each project. This includes working with L'Oréal labs, outside vendors specializing in specific instrumental techniques, and international colleagues to leverage global expertise and ensure alignment on best practices. You'll also partner with the evaluation team to integrate instrumental testing results with other evaluation data for a comprehensive understanding of product performance.
Project Management & Prioritization: Effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously, driving them from inception to completion with a focus on quality, timeliness, and professionalism. This involves prioritizing your workload in consultation with your supervisor, meticulously tracking project progress, and proactively communicating any potential roadblocks or delays. You'll utilize project management tools and techniques to ensure efficient resource allocation and on-time delivery of results.
Data Analysis & Reporting: Analyze the data generated from instrumental tests, using your expertise to interpret complex results and draw meaningful conclusions. You'll then prepare clear and concise reports and memos to effectively communicate your findings to key stakeholders, including scientists, formulators, and marketing teams. Your ability to translate technical data into actionable insights will be crucial for informing product development and claims substantiation.
Literature Review & Knowledge Expansion: Stay at the forefront of hair science by regularly reviewing and summarizing published literature, both internal L'Oréal documents and external scientific publications. This ongoing learning will expand your hair knowledge base and inform the development of innovative testing methodologies. You'll actively seek out new research and share key findings with your team to contribute to the collective expertise within L'Oréal.
Operational Efficiency & Improvement: Continuously seek ways to improve the efficiency of the team's daily operations. This might involve optimizing testing procedures, streamlining data analysis processes, or implementing new technologies to enhance productivity. Your proactive approach to process improvement will contribute to the overall effectiveness and agility of the instrumental testing team.
To Succeed in this Position, You Have:
Education: A completed Bachelor's/Master's degree in a related science (Biological, Physical or Material Sciences, Chemical or Biomedical/Bio-Engineering, Physics/Optics, Color Science, or related fields) with 3-5 years of relevant industry experience is required.
Industry Experience: Experience in evaluation of instrumental and clinical claims in the cosmetics/personal care industry is a plus. Experience with mechanical testing, tensile and fatigue testing, Instron, Diastron, Spectrophotometer, Differential Scanning Calorimetry, clinical photography, and/or Scanning Electron Microscopy highly desirable
Data & Visualization: Proficiency in statistical and data analysis a plus, along with knowledge of image-analysis and computational software such as MatLab, LabVIEW, ImageJ, and ImagePro a plus
Strategic Thinking & Execution: Proven ability to think strategically, develop tactical plans, and translate ideas into actionable steps with measurable results.
Drive & Initiative: A results-oriented, entrepreneurial, and self-motivated individual with a bias for action and a willingness to take calculated risks.
Consumer Focus: A strong passion for consumer-centric product development with the ability to translate evaluation plans into actionable recommendations that enhance consumer satisfaction.
Communication & Presentation Skills: Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, including the ability to confidently engage with and present to senior executives.
Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in MS Office, data entry, and statistical software programs (such as Compusense, SIMS, Spotfire, etc.).
The ability to be onsite, in the office as this is an essential function of the position (required)
Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time, permanent, ongoing basis, without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.
What's In It For You:
A place for you to leave your comfort zone and grow beyond your potential (here, you'll be encouraged to try new things and take risks!)
Real responsibility from day 1, there's no sitting on the sidelines at L'Oréal
An environment where people of every ethnicity, social background, age, religion, gender and sexual orientation as well as people with disabilities are accepted, can speak up, will thrive and are celebrated!
A place where you can contribute to something bigger! Many of our brands have societal /environmental causes to make concrete difference
Base Salary (The actual compensation will depend on a variety of job-related factors which may include geographic location, work experience, education, and skill level)
Corporate Short-Term Incentives (Corporate Profit-Sharing Bonus, Individual Performance Bonuses based on level)
Competitive Benefit Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Pension Plan)
Hybrid Work Policy (Up to 2 Days per week work from home for eligible roles, subject to manager approval)
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
Don't meet every single requirement? At L'Oréal, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and innovative workplace. If you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the qualifications listed in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways! You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!
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.
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