Overview
R&D Assistant, Germ Protection – Lysol Aerosols (Montvale, NJ, US, 07645)
We are Reckitt
​Research & Development​
We do the right thing, always, by ensuring we act with responsibility and integrity, by complying with regulatory legislation across the globe, whilst ensuring our products are safe for our consumers and are to the highest quality.
The size of our organisation means you'll have the opportunity to learn and work in different functions within R&D, giving you exposure to different disciplines, teams and environments. You will also have access to our Research and Development Academy, designed to develop our team and allow you to grow in our great organisation.
About the role
The R&D Assistant will work with technical product development on key projects for the R&D team.Â
Your responsibilities
- Formulate and support development of new products and technologies based on relevant consumer insights in support of brand initiatives
- Support the scoping of new technologies and the development of innovative products under the Lysol and Dettol brands globally.
- Work cross-functionally and be R&D lead on project teams to achieve key milestones and objectives
- Conduct lab-based performance and stability studies to support new product launches.
- Understand the Reckitt product development life cycle and deliver projects according to global guidelines.
- Maintain good written and oral communication with R&D, Marketing, and Supply colleagues on project developments.
- Participate in periodic quality audits.
- Read, understand and apply SOP / ISO / GLP protocols with regards to:
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- Data generation for Product Registration for submission to Global Regulatory Agencies
- Proper operation, standardization & maintenance of lab equipment
- Maintaining accurate laboratory notebooks
- Following Safety and Good Housekeeping requirements
The experience we're looking for
- BS/BA degree in a related science and 0-2 years’ relevant experience in Personal Care and/or Surface Care
- Good formulation knowledge and understanding of chemical interactions, any aerosols knowledge is a plus
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills and the timely execution of multiple project objectives within established timelines
- Strong interpersonal skills to nurture teamwork and foster an environment of achievement, including cross-functional project teams involving members from Marketing, Supply, and R&D
- Strong oral & written communication skills
- Results-oriented and self-motivating, seeking information from others to accomplish objectives
- Ability to display a degree of flexibility and adapt effectively to change
- Proficient with common software applications, including MSOffice
- This role is not currently sponsoring visas or considering international movement at this time.
The skills for success
What we offer
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Equality
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