Hair Care R&D Associate Researcher
Procter & Gamble
Mason, OHFresher55m agovia LinkedIn
About the Role
Procter & Gamble (P&G) is seeking a curious, technically astute Hair Care R&D Associate Researcher to join a dynamic and fast-paced platform team. This entry-level role is for individuals inspired by hands-on experimentation and science, playing a crucial role in the product research team to develop consumer fundamentals and conduct technical testing.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop consumer fundamentals.
- Conduct lab screening & technical testing, leveraging established test procedures.
- Produce reliable, reproducible results that meet day-to-day project needs.
- Perform experimentation and testing in various environments: lab, salon, clinical site, with consumers, and/or on a computer.
- Execute a broad range of technical tests with high attention to detail.
- Independently identify, summarize, document, and communicate work and test results.
- Make correlations to in-depth observations.
- Successfully and independently manage multiple priorities in a fast-changing environment.
- Deliver breakthrough results.
- Articulate results and deliver insights from learnings/observations to influence project direction.
- Collaborate effectively with others.
- Role model a "people first" and teamwork attitude.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Tools, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and SharePoint.
- Ability to follow detailed instructions precisely.
- Critical observation skills.
- Excellent computer skills and systems experience.
- Availability to work at the Mason Business Office in Cincinnati, OH, 5 days per week.
Qualifications
- Education Requirement:
- Associate degree in a Science or Cosmetology field or related field.
- OR a High School diploma with relevant experience and interests.
- Licensed Cosmetologists are encouraged to apply.
- 2-year and 4-year degrees are also welcome.
- Demonstrated skill in verbal and written communication.
- Strong collaboration skills.
- High degree of mechanical aptitude (preferred).
- Strong technical curiosity and troubleshooting capabilities (preferred).
- Familiarity with placing consumer usage studies (preferred).
- Prior experience in a research role and lab work (preferred).
- Experience in Hair Care is preferred but not required.