Research Scientist Jobs at Unilever
Unilever is seeking a Microbiology R&D Research Scientist to join its Home Care R&D team at the Port Sunlight Research Lab in England. This is a full-time role. The candidate hired for the Research Scientist Jobs at Unilever in the UK focuses on applied microbiology, preservation science, and method development to ensure Home Care products are microbiologically safe by design while supporting global innovation and quality initiatives.
About the Company:
Unilever is one of the world’s leading suppliers of Food, Home, and Personal Care products, operating in over 190 countries and reaching more than 2 billion consumers every day. With globally recognized brands such as Persil, Surf, Omo, Domestos, and Cif, Unilever combines innovation, science, and sustainability to create products that improve everyday life while building a better business and a better world.
Job Details:
- Job Title: Microbiology R&D Research Scientist
- Job ID: R-1174128
- Job Category: Research & Development
- Business Function: Home Care R&D
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Location: Port Sunlight Research Lab, England, United Kingdom
- Working Model: Flexible and hybrid options available
Educational Requirements:
- BS or MS in Microbiology or a related scientific discipline
- Applied industrial microbiology experience preferred
- Experience in Home Care or Personal Care product microbiology is desirable
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform microbiological analysis of Home Care products in the Research Jobs at Unilever
- Manage sample administration and data review activities
- Design and execute practical work to evaluate preservative efficacy
- In the Research Scientist Jobs at Unilever, you should capture and log data using digital tools and platforms
- Evaluate existing and new preservation technologies across Home Care formats
- Support global initiatives such as the Preservation 2.0 programme
- Develop, refine, and validate microbiological methods
- Standardise data capture to support modelling and decision-making
- Provide recommendations and technical reports to stakeholders in the Scientist Jobs in the UK.
- Build strong networks across formulation, quality, regulatory, and supply chain teams
Skills Required for the Research Scientist Role:
- Strong background in applied and industrial microbiology
- Knowledge of standard microbiological techniques and procedures
- Experimental design and method development expertise
- Ability to write scientific papers and technical reports
- Experience working with internal and external scientific partners
- Excellent IT and digital data management skills
- Strong communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
- Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
- Problem-solving, judgment, and decision-making capabilities
- Strong planning, organisation, and prioritisation skills
Benefits of the Research Scientist Jobs:
- Competitive salary and pension scheme
- Annual performance bonus
- Subsidised gym membership
- Discounted staff shop and share schemes
- Flexible and hybrid working environment
- Wellbeing programmes and development opportunities
- Inclusive, family-friendly workplace culture
- Opportunity to work with globally recognised brands
