Lead Applications Scientist, Sun & Skin Care

Croda Singapore; Singapore; Vor Ort; SGD 120.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical Insurance Coverage

Leave Benefits

Zusammenfassung

Croda Singapore is seeking a Lead Applications Scientist for Sun & Skin Care to lead technical investigations and open innovation projects. The role focuses on developing novel formulations, performing data-driven testing, and providing technical support to sales and marketing teams.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, hands-on SPF testing experience, and a track record of managing NPD/EPD projects with cross-functional teams.

Qualifikationen

• 5–7 years of skin/sun clinical testing experience for claims support.
• Hands-on experience with SPF and skin care clinical studies (corneometer, TEWL, etc.).
• Lead NPD/EPD projects with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to write reports with robust statistics.

Aufgaben

• Design and execute lab experiments for skin/sun care formulations.
• Provide commercial technical support to sales and marketing.
• Manage end-to-end projects (NPD, EPD, Open Innovation).
• Scout external partners and manage collaborative projects.
• Translate findings for R&D, Sales, Marketing; provide project updates.

Kenntnisse

Skin & sun testing

Data analysis

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Scientific communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor of chemistry or related field

MSc or PhD preferred

Tools

Corneometer

TEWL device

Skin analysis tools

Jobbeschreibung

Croda is a FTSE100 organisationwhere we truly believe our people are our difference and this, along with ourvalues of Innovative, Responsible and Together, create ‘our Purpose, Smart scienceto improve lives™’. With over 5,000 employees globally, we specialise in theresearch and development of innovative ingredients for the Life Science andConsumer Care markets.

We are focused on developing our inclusive culture throughaccountability, collaboration and innovation. By joining Croda, you will bepart of a team who are using smart science to create a more sustainable future.

As we deliver our ambitious2030 Growth Strategy, we’re looking for a Lead Applications Scientist, Sun & Skin Care.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Education: A degree in Chemistry, Biological Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, or a related field; an MSc or PhD is preferred.
• 5-7 years of experience in Skin/sun clinical testing of personal care formulations for claims support.
• Direct hands-on experience for in-vitro SPF and skin care clinical studies measurements (eg corneometer, TEWL, Skin Colour, Hydration, Sebum, Wrinkle, Elasticity,etc).
• Strong knowledge of skin/sun testing methodologies with proven ability to develop new testing protocols.
• Cross-functional collaboration capability with experience leading NPD and EPD projects.
• Basic formulating and troubleshooting of skin & sun care formulations.
• External collaboration experience.
• Project management skill to progress multiple projects simultaneously to successful conclusions independently.
• Adaptable, creative and tenacious with good planning and problem solving skills
• Ability to write scientific reports supported by robust statistical analysis methods.
• Excellent communication skills with stakeholders.
• Knowledge of regulations governing product label claims and claims substantiation.
• Consumer research and panel recruitment/management experience.
• Publications and presentations at technical conferences.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead Technical Investigations: Design and execute lab experiments to develop novel skin and sun care formulations, using data-driven investigation to troubleshoot problems and determine the next stages of research.
• Provide Commercial Technical Support: Act as the primary technical link for sales and marketing by answering customer inquiries, recommending products, and delivering technical training sessions both internally and during client visits.
• Manage End-to-End Projects: Independently lead NPD, EPD, and Open Innovation projects simultaneously, ensuring high-quality technical data and formulations are delivered on schedule.
• Drive Open Innovation & Partnerships: Understand the technology needs of Croda Markets, and proactively scout external technology partners to solve market needs, introducing them to internal stakeholders and managing the execution of collaborative innovation projects.
• Communicate: Translate complex scientific findings into clear insights for various business groups (R&D to Sales and Marketing) and provide updates on developments on projects.

What We Offer:

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including:

• Medical Insurance Coverage
• Leave Benefits

Additional Information

• Role is based in Croda Singapore IBP office (Jurong East).
• Business travel requirement: Occasional travel to support customer visits/roadshows/exhibitions/conferences.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process or experience any issueswith our online application process, please email [e-mail].

Why Croda?

At Croda, we believe our people areour difference. We are people-led, driven by the desire to do good and delivervalue, a unifying principle shaped by all the great people that havetravelled through Croda since our beginning in 1925. We pride ourselves on bringing togetherdiverse teams and talents from across the globe and, guided by our values ofResponsible, Innovative, and Together, we are passionate about building aninclusive, collaborative, and diverse organisation with innovation and customerfocus underpinning all that we do.