R&D Innovation Research Scientist Industrial Placement 2026, UK

Haleon; Weybridge; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consumer healthcare company in Weybridge is offering a 12-month industrial placement for an Innovation Scientist. This role involves supporting the development of new oral health products from initial consumer insights through to formulation. Ideal candidates are in their 2nd year of relevant scientific study and eager to gain practical experience. Benefits include a salary of £27,008 and participation in health and wellbeing programs.

Benefits

Salary of £27,008 per year

Health & wellbeing programs

Join student community for charity events and projects

Qualifications

• Currently in 2nd year of university.
• Seeking a year in industry placement.
• Experience or knowledge in innovation science is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate new product ideas and transition them into development.
• Visualise mode of action of products on oral health.
• Engage consumer feedback in the evaluation of new ideas.
• Maintain experimental records and conduct work according to procedures.

Skills

Consumer insights

Formulation development

Analytical skills

Education

Undergraduate Degree in Chemical, Physical, Biological or related science

Job description

Overview

Join our R&D Oral Health Team in Weybridge for a 12 month industrial placement, starting in July 2026.

At a glance: Are you a student in their 2nd year at university looking to kick start your career in Innovation Science? The Innovation Scientist in the oral healthcare category contributes to the development of new products from consumer insights, innovation conception right through to formulation.

The Innovation Scientist will support the invention and development of oral care products by developing formulations and/or providing analysis and evaluation of material and products at all stages of the process, considering scientific and timing objectives. You will have the opportunity to work directly with and learn from an experienced team who will support you to reach your full potential.

R&D Innovation Scientist (Oral Health) Industrial Placement: Key Responsibilities

• Works on or contributes to the evaluation of new product ideas, opportunities or technologies and successfully helps transition them into the development pipeline.
• Work on initiatives to visualise the mode of action of products/treatments on tooth enamel, dentine and oral soft tissues.
• Considers or seeks the voice of the consumer in the evaluation of new ideas, opportunities or technologies and helps to establish early consumer input into early-stage projects.
• Maintain awareness of scientific literature to assist work progression and understanding.
• Maintain precise experimental records; issues reports at project milestones; writes invention records to protect scientific discoveries.
• Ensure all work is conducted in accordance with written procedures (e.g. quality and safety), methods & batch documents, etc. as well as following good scientific practice (always) and Good Manufacturing Practice (where required).

Education Requirements

You are currently studying towards an Undergraduate Degree in Chemical, Physical, Biological or related science. You must be in your 2nd year of study (England) or 3rd year (Scotland) and seeking to complete a year in industry in partnership with your university. Please ensure the role is suitable for your placement year.

Role Start Date: July 2026

Benefits

• Salary of £27,008.00 per year
• Health & wellbeing programmes to support your physical and mental health
• You will join IP Unite, Haleon’s community for students run by students to support charity events, sports clubs, STEM outreach and many more exciting projects

Application Process

The application process has a total of up to 4 stages:

1. Application – information will be required regarding your education and Right to Work.
2. Online Assessment – you will be asked to complete a behaviour based online assessment/interview.
3. One-Way Video Interview – if selected you receive a link to complete an online interview focusing on your motivation for joining Haleon and what transferrable skills you will bring to the role. This will be screened by the Early Talent Team.
4. Interview – if selected you will be invited to attend a virtual interview; The interview will consist of a competency-based interview and may include a case study/technical exercise.
5. Offer – candidates will receive an outcome within 2 weeks following interview.

Interviews will be held in November/December 2025

We advise you to apply as soon as possible as we may close the role due to the volume of applications.

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