Research Executive - Data Scientist

Background:
Unilever’s Personal Care Science & Technology (S&T) team develops future fit technologies that enable superior, benefit led products. The Physical Sciences platform combines deep expertise in chemistry, emulsions, materials, surface and colloid science, and process engineering with advanced data science, AI/ML, and modelling techniques to translate cutting edge science into scalable product solutions. Our models and tools support ingredient selection, formulation optimisation, and claim substantiation, and are delivered as governed, self service assets for scientists and partners across S&T. Research outputs typically include next generation product technologies scaled to at least pilot plant level, alongside novel claims, new methods, and reusable digital assets such as datasets, R&D tools, and dashboards. The team works closely with Design, Analytical, and Process groups to address complex product challenges, provide deeper insight into emerging technologies, and translate scientific understanding into consumer relevant performance at speed and scale.

Purpose:
In this role, the individual will apply computational and data-driven methods to support material and formulation development in Personal Care. By integrating chemistry, modelling, and data science, the position is responsible for providing predictive insights and digital tools to assist scientists across S&T in designing products relevant to consumers.

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