CDI - Microbiology Technician (m/f)

L'oreal Usa; Paris; Sur place; EUR 45 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading global cosmetics company in Paris seeks a Microbiology Technician to ensure product quality and safety. In this role, you will conduct rigorous microbiological analyses, support innovation projects, and analyze complex data. The ideal candidate has a degree in Microbiology and 7+ years' experience in the field, strong digital skills, and a proactive mindset. Join us to contribute to the future of beauty with innovative solutions that make a positive impact.

Prestations

Career growth opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Real responsibility from day one

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in microbiology within the cosmetic, pharmaceutical, or food industry.
• Mastery of microbiological analysis techniques such as flow cytometry and molecular biology.

Responsabilités

• Perform microbiological analyses in compliance with Q-EHS rules.
• Conduct technical studies and develop methods for innovation.
• Analyze complex microbiological data to drive product innovation.

Connaissances

Microbiological analyses

Data analysis

Digital tools proficiency

Teamwork

Autonomy

Scientific rigor

Formation

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Microbiology or Biological Analysis

Outils

LIMS

PowerBI

Description du poste

As a Microbiology Technician, you will join our Research & Innovation team at the Chevilly site. Reporting to Margaux François Elissalde, you will play a key role in ensuring the quality of our products and consumer safety, while contributing to cutting‑edge innovation projects (e.g., probiotics, beauty devices, food supplements).

A Day in the Life

Your main responsibilities will be to:

• Perform rigorous microbiological analyses (challenge tests, cleanliness controls, identifications) in strict compliance with Q‑EHS rules and established procedures.
• Independently conduct technical studies, including protocol development, method optimization, and the exploration of new techniques.
• Analyze and interpret complex microbiological data using digital tools (LIMS, PowerBI) to turn raw results into actionable insights for product innovation.
• Actively participate in the development of new tests to support innovation, especially for food supplements and probiotics.

We Are Looking For

We are looking for an individual with strong intellectual curiosity and scientific rigor. Your ability to quickly learn new methods and your comfort with digital tools will be major assets. The ideal candidate has:

• A higher education degree (equivalent to Bachelor's or Master's) in Microbiology or Biological Analysis.
• Confirmed experience of at least 7 years in microbiology within the cosmetic, pharmaceutical, or food industry.
• Mastery of fundamental and alternative microbiological analysis techniques (e.g., flow cytometry, molecular biology).
• Strong data analysis skills and an aptitude for digital tools.
• An excellent team spirit, autonomy, and a proactive, proposal‑driven mindset.

What’s In It For You

• A place for you to leave your comfort zone and grow beyond your potential (here, you’ll be encouraged to try new things and take risks!)
• Real responsibility from day 1, there’s no sitting on the sidelines at L’Oréal
• An environment where people of every ethnicity, social background, age, religion, gender and sexual orientation as well as people with disabilities are accepted, can speak up, will thrive and are celebrated!
• A place where you can contribute to something bigger! Many of our brands have societal /environmental causes to make concrete difference

Who We Are

L’Oréal is present in 150 markets on five continents. For more than a century, L’Oréal has devoted itself solely to ‘Create beauty that moves the world’; it is now the industry world leader with €42 billion consolidated sales. Together, we solve complex challenges at scale, while making sure we stay committed to making the world a more inclusive and a better place for everyone & our planet.

At L’Oréal Research & Innovation we are pushing the boundaries of Science & Tech. We invest heavily in cutting‑edge research, leveraging advanced technologies to understand skin, hair, and microbiome, while discovering new active ingredients and launching outperforming formulas. Our 4,100 L’Oréal R&I experts leverage Science & Technology to invent safe, trustable, sustainable & responsible beauty products and experiences that will change people’s lives.

We’re committed to guaranteeing inclusive recruitment processes and to advocating for hiring and promoting each candidate in an ethical and equitable way. The Group strictly prohibits discrimination against any applicant for employment because of the individual’s gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, visible and/or invisible disabilities, socio‑economic and/or multicultural origins, health conditions, age, religion, or any other characteristics protected by law.

You will find below some links to learn more about our company:

• La Recherche & Innovation au service de la Beauté
• Diversity at L'Oréal R&I
• LinkedIn L’Oréal Groupe