Job Description

ABOUT UNILEVER: Be part of the world\'s most successful, purpose-led business. Work with brands that are well-loved around the world, that strive to improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us every day. Every day, nine out of ten Indian households use our products to feel good, look good and get more out of life - giving us a unique opportunity to build a brighter future. We promote innovation, big and small, to make our business win and grow and we believe in business as a force for good. Our brilliant business leaders and colleagues provide mentorship and inspiration, so you can be at your best. At HUL, we believe that every individual irrespective of their race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, nationality, caste, disability or marital status can bring their purpose to life. So apply to us, to unleash your curiosity, challenge ideas and disrupt processes use your energy to make the world a better place. As you work to make a real impact on the business and the world, we\'ll work to help you become a better you! We are looking to hire a Research Scientist in our Science and Technology, Beauty and Wellbeing and Personal Care team based in Unilever R&D Bangalore: Backgroundand Purpose of this Job Be part of the world\'s most successful, purpose-led business at Unilever. Work with brands that are well-loved around the world, that improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We promote innovation, big and small, to make our business win and grow. Our portfolio ranges from nutritionally balanced foods to indulgent ice creams, affordable soaps, luxuriousshampoosand everyday household care products. We produce world-leading brands including Dove, Lifebuoy, Ponds, Vaseline, Clear, Magnum, Knorr, Hellmann\'s alongside trusted localskin care and cleansingnames and innovative-forward thinking brands such as Murad, Dermalogica and Kate Sommerville. The Science and Technologypillar in Unilever is responsible with the delivery of breakthrough technologies and differentiated innovations to meet the needs of our consumers around the world,developing newfunctional ingredientsand claimsfor our leading brands.As part of this,the Human Microbiome Programis a Beauty and Personal CarePlatform,investigating the role of microbiome on skin and its effect on skin health, hygiene, malodor as well as on dysbiotic conditions such as acne, dandruff etc. Anopportunity has arisenintheHuman Microbiometeamfor aPhD-qualifiedscientistto join our team in Bangalore, India.The role is ideally suited to an energetic, self-motivated,resourceful research scientist withability to work on their own initiativeandwith strong peopleand communicationskills.A background inhuman microbiome isessentialwitha knowledge ofskin or gut microbiome and its interplay with the host is desirable and Responsibilities Programsupport:As part of theHuman Microbiomeprogram,provide expertise tosupportallprojectworkstreams with aprimary focus on skin microbiome. Undertake in-silico as well as wet lab-based researchtoidentify new insights targetsandtechnologyforskincare/cleansingcategories. External networks and resources:Leverage the best of both academia and industry, including assessing and working with independent service providers, to support the development of new technologies. Sciencecapabilitiesbuild:Support internal efforts to build knowledge and expertisein the area ofskin microbiome. Actively evaluate new science capabilities, establish relevant capabilities into practice and assist inalignment with relevant Unilever programs.Also input to further developing host microbiome knowledge. Businessrelationships:Build and maintain effective working relationshipsgloballywith project teams in Human Biology, HumanMicrobiomeand business category stakeholders in Unilever. People/Skills Development:Be proactive,energetic, self-motivated, with ability to work on their own initiative and with strong communicationskills,for delivering the Human Microbiomeagendaand exploitingallopportunities. Job Requirements A PhDin microbiology/cell biology/relevant biosciences field is essential. It is preferred that the candidate has 2-3 years of experience as a post-doc or in industry in the area of skin microbiome. Experience in gut microbiome will also be considered. Proven ability to handle bacteria, primary and immortalized cells isessential. Experience of co-culturesystems with bacteria and mammalian cells, 3D models and relevant Clinical experience in the area of Human Skin Biology etc would be an added advantage. Omicmeasurements (e.g.NGS, RNAseq, proteomics etc.) of bacteria and/or mammalian cells and bioinformatic analyses using software platforms is preferred. Working knowledge of bio-informatic and/or in-silico/modelling tools is an added advantage Proven ability to work collaboratively with both internal and external partners for new areas of science and technology development is desirable. Previous direct line management and development ofemployees is desirable but not necessary.

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