Do you like diving into the photoprotection formulation to open the new world together?  

Then L'Oréal Research & Innovation might be exactly the place you have always been looking for! 

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 Skin Application Domain (DA), we are looking for a researcher for the photoprotection. Photoprotection is a strategic category for the group, and an important challenge as we are considering sustainability and global regulation. We have to change the science of photoprotection and invent new UV filtration systems more respectful of the environment. 

The ambition of our Photoprotection innovation group is to develop inclusive daily photoprotection products for Japan and the world, benefiting from our expertise on sensoriality and beauty benefits. 

Type of contract : Permanent  

Location :  Kanagawa, Japan  

As a researcher, your main responsibilities are :  

• Develop innovative and efficient consumer products in the field of photoprotection.
• Implement new ideas on the formulation of materials with perceivable, measurable performance
• Manage cross-disciplinary research projects and communicate with other hubs across the world
• Connect with external partners to explore new technical solutions to overcome beauty skin concerns
• Monitor scientific communications, competitor technologies and suppliers

• Contribute to intellectual property management
• Perform risk analysis on project and apply quality best practices

To succeed in this position, you have :  

• PhD/Masters in physicochemical or chemical related field. 
• Professional experience of at least 3 years in the field of cosmetic formulations with biological/optical functional materials expertise.
• Good oral and written English communication skills as well as Japanese skills 
• Interest to expand capabilities beyond current expertise

Also it would be good to have :   

• Experience in research of photoprotection formulation
• Experience in data analysis – statistics, digital image analysis, etc.
• Experience in academic conference presentation or paper publication or patent filing

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!