Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

 

We are looking for: 

In the Home & Personal Care application lab in Aubervilliers, you will be in charge of managing global innovation projects, and scouting activities mainly for the Beauty Care segment. This job is targeting a senior scientist with a strong technical background in Physical-Chemistry, ideally on Polymers, and experience in the Beauty Care industry. 

 

We count on you for:

As R&I Project Manager, with a main focus on the development of Biodegradable Polymers for the Home and Personal Care markets, your main missions are to :

 

Develop new polymer-based solutions for the Home & Beauty Care, align with the Sustainability criteria required by the regulation and the Industry   Enrich knowhow on the structure/property relationship of a polymer and its end-of-life (biodegradation, aquatic toxicity, …) Build scientific understanding of key problems and technical routes to address market unmet needs Be proactive in proposing new ideas / concepts / mechanism of action to be applied  in the Hair Care segment, as well as other Home & Personal Care segments Identify innovative solutions, economically viable and technically adapted for Syensqo Technology roadmap in collaboration with technology, marketing, product stewardship and shared R&I labs Define, organize and implement the technical actions needed to identify the solutions and how to market them, as well as the means to implement them (resources, budget, technical) Build and enrich formulation expertise, for all types of hair and product formats (shampoos, conditioners, leave-on, treatments…) Identify IP protection opportunities and threats for all new developments or product improvements Contribute to the scientific and technical watch on polymers for HPC market Manage a team of lab technicians and accompany them in their professional evolution Be open to travels, to meet customers and participate in seminars or trainings to customers, distributors, internal teams (<10%)

 

You can count on us for:

By joining Syensqo and its Home & Personal Care lab, you will  :

Be integrated in a dynamic, rich and collaborative team Manage strategic and innovating R&I projects Build close relationships with other stakeholders (Business, Marketing, Sales, Industrial, Techno, Regulatory, …) Build customer intimacy with Hair Care Key Accounts Work with external partners to feed the Open innovation : Universities, start-ups, others… Learn on Syensqo products and expertise Build a career in an international group, with the potential of evolving to other roles

 

You will bring:

A scientific background with a PhD in soft matter Knowledge on polymers, applied to the Beauty Care market Strong appetite for science and innovation Ability to manage projects  Creativity and demonstration of a spirit of initiative  Ability to manage and drive a team Ease of communication english (written and spoken), and preferably in French as well Capacity to collaborate, create adhesion and social bonding Support and push digitization initiatives, and use digital tools to share info and knowledge

 

You will get:

Competitive salary 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations Training platform for all employees Free language courses (24 languages available) Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)

 

Additional information: 

Position based in Aubervilliers
 

 

About us

Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes. As a world-leading company with €4.9 billion in net sales in 2023 and listings on Euronext Brussels and Paris (SOLB), its unwavering commitment drives the transition to a carbon-neutral future by 2050, underscoring its dedication to sustainability and a fair and just transition. At Solvay, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.