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.

In the department of Makeup Development in Japan, we are looking for a talented and experienced researcher to join the team. The objective of this position is to contribute to set the color strategy for partner brands and take in charge of its innovative product development along with the strategy. 

Type of contract : Permanent 

Location :  Kanagawa, Japan 

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In this role, you will play an important role in shaping the future of our partner brands by:

• Leveraging your expertise in color science, market trends, and brand positioning to develop compelling shade portfolios that is relevant to our target consumers and market.
• Staying ahead of the curve by exploring and integrating cutting-edge color analysis tools and technologies.
• Taking ownership of makeup product development projects, ensuring they meet the standards of safety, quality, and performance.
• Proposing innovative color offerings that enhance the desirability of our makeup artist brands.
• Staying updated on the latest advancements in product development, with a focus on shade creation and colorants.
• Collaborating effectively with diverse teams across cultures and time zones.
• Sharing your knowledge and inspire others through collaboration and mentorship.
• Demonstrating leadership skills to position yourself for future management roles is big plus.

To succeed in this position, you have : 

• Bachelor degree (or above) in Chemistry or Physics.
• Work experiences ideally in cosmetic/personal care/chemical industry at least 5 years.
• Knowledge on basic color science on cosmetic products.
• Hands on experience on formulation of cosmetic or personal care products.
• Preferably to have knowledge on material science on optical materials.
• Fluent in English and Japanese 

You are : 

• Open mindset and flexibility to work with people from diverse cultural back grounds.
• A person having the ability analyze research subjects with multi angles.
• A person with a growth mind set enable proactively take the challenge positively.

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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