For more than hundred years, L’Oréal believes that beauty needs Science. In a world now transformed by digital technology and the emergence of new scientific domains, we are confident in our ability to turn these opportunities into major innovations, closely linked to the new consumer expectations all over the world. Science & Technology are allowing us to invent safe, trustable, sustainable & responsible beauty products and experiences that will change people’s lives.
L’Oréal Research & Innovation (R&I) has continuously invested upstream in its research with a high level of ambition. Our 4 100 L'Oréal R&I people are talented and highly skilled, located in major markets, working in a cooperative way, open to the world.
Are you a passionate toxicologist with a proven experience of ensuring product safety? Do you thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment where scientific excellence meets real-world impact? If so, L'Oréal has an exciting opportunity for you!
Join our Worldwide Safety Evaluation (WSE) team as a Senior Safety Assessor and play a pivotal role in safeguarding the beauty products loved by millions around the globe. Based in our modern and agile Clichy, France office, you will collaborate with a diverse team of experts across France, the US, and China, working closely with Regulatory, Claim Substantiation, and Microbiology teams. Together, you'll ensure the safety of innovative beauty products developed by our industry-leading Research and Innovation organization.
Make a Global Impact:
Lead the Way in Safety Assessment: Explore and implement New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) such as in silico, in vitro, read across combining existing in vivo data to identify potential hazards related to our ingredients. Evaluate the risks based on available data and using Next-Generation Risk Assessment (NGRA). Define and implement in vitro and clinical testing programs for raw materials and formulas as needed.
Collaborate & Innovate: Partner closely with our Research and Innovation labs and stakeholders to assess innovative ingredients and future products, well beyond traditional cosmetic products and including packaging.
Navigate complex Regulatory Landscapes: Generate regulatory documentation and address post-marketing challenges. Develop innovative safety strategies and contribute to ingredient defense dossier considering international regulations, product innovations, and environmental factors in a dynamic and competitive market.
Stay at the Forefront of Science: Monitor toxicological and scientific literature, expanding your expertise and knowledge base. Be involved in the development and implementation of NAMs and NGRA for cosmetic ingredient safety.
Be a L'Oréal Ambassador: Represent L'Oréal at scientific organizations, workshops, and industry task forces, advocating for our safety standards on a global scale.
Qualifications:
PhD and/or Master's degree in a relevant scientific discipline (toxicology, chemistry, biology, etc.).
Minimum 8 years of experience in toxicology, including experience as a safety assessor in industry (chemicals, biocides, medical devices, cosmetics, food, etc.) and/or regulatory agencies. Experience across multiple sectors is a plus.
Fluent in English.
Your Profile:
Scientific Excellence & Pragmatism: You combine a rigorous scientific approach with a practical, results-oriented and critical thinking mindset.
Data & Digital Oriented: You embrace data-driven approaches and are comfortable with digital tools and technologies.
Proactive & Responsible: You take initiative and are comfortable with taking ownership of projects.
Collaborative & Communicative: You thrive in a team environment and possess excellent communication skills.
Agile & Solutions-Oriented: You manage competing priorities effectively and excel at problem-solving.
Strategic & Innovative: You analyze complex information, simplify it, and think outside the box.
Passion for Beauty: You are enthusiastic about the cosmetics industry, product-focused, and consumer-centric.
If you identify yourself in this position, please apply by uploading your resume in PDF.
The L'Oréal Group is convinced that difference is a deep source of wealth, that allows everyone to grow, to challenge themselves and to go further. We strongly encourage everyone to always dare and never censor themselves. Skills can always be learnt. We will be delighted to exchange with you!
To discover our scientific and technical functions at l'Oréal Research & Innovation, please check our career website : https://careers.loreal.com/en_US/content/ResearchInnovations?3_4_3=128
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