R&D Post-Doctoral Placement
Join Our Team at the Newcastle Innovation Centre!
Are you ready to ignite the success of globally renowned brands that millions of consumers rely on every day? Do you dream of a career where world-class training and development pave your path to leadership? If so, we invite you to apply for our R&D Post-Doctoral Analytical 24 Month Placement at our Newcastle Innovation Centre!
At P&G, our researchers are at the forefront of innovation, crafting and enhancing products that billions of consumers use daily, including beloved brands like Ariel, Fairy, and Lenor. Join a team of inventors in state-of-the-art labs equipped with groundbreaking technology and micro-scale plants!
What To Expect
During your 24-month post-doctoral placement, you will:
- Work on real projects for some of our most cherished brands.
- Bridge the gap between academic discovery and real-world impact, applying your scientific expertise to develop technologies and products.
- Lead analytical method development to characterize breakthrough technologies that solve consumer challenges.
- Utilize cutting-edge instrumentation to generate critical data and uncover new insights.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and execute advanced laboratory experiments focused on volatile and semi-volatile analysis using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS).
- Develop, validate, and implement novel analytical methods, particularly using advanced sample introduction techniques like Headspace Solid-Phase Microextraction (HS-SPME) and Thermal Desorption (TD).
- Analyze and interpret complex analytical data to provide actionable insights for technology development.
- Collaborate with a cross-functional team of senior scientists, engineers, and product developers to drive R&D initiatives.
- Take ownership of critical analytical instrumentation, ensuring routine maintenance and performance optimization.
- Communicate findings effectively through technical reports, data summaries, and presentations.
What We Offer You
Responsibilities from Day 1
From day one, you will make a tangible impact on our products, working with some of our biggest brands.
Build from Within Career
At P&G, we believe in nurturing talent from within. You’ll collaborate with passionate individuals and receive formal training alongside day-to-day mentoring from your manager. We envision you growing into one of our future leaders, supported by skilled P&G veterans at every step.
Competitive Compensation
Enjoy a competitive Post-Doc salary along with additional benefits during your time with us. Successful candidates may even be recommended for a full-time role with P&G!
Great Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy:
- A double-matched pension scheme
- Private health insurance
- Participation in a stock ownership scheme
- Your own Flex4Me Fund to allocate benefits to what matters most to you
What We Look For
- You must be currently enrolled in the final year of a PhD program or have recently completed a PhD (within the last 1-2 years) in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, or a closely related field.
- Demonstrated expertise in gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS), with a preference for 3+ years of hands-on experience.
- Experience with advanced sample introduction techniques for GC-MS, specifically HS-SPME and/or TD.
- A strong foundation in analytical chemistry principles and a passion for hands-on laboratory work.
- Academic excellence with a proven track record of independent problem-solving and method development.
- Demonstrated technical curiosity, creativity, innovation, initiative, leadership, collaboration, and communication skills.
- Evidence of achievements in academic and/or non-academic activities, internships, or short work experiences is a plus.
Application Deadline
Apply as soon as possible to secure your chance!
Right to Work
For our placement roles, you will need to provide your own right to work in the UK for the full duration of your placement without requiring sponsorship from P&G. All candidates must provide evidence of their right to work at the conclusion of the recruitment process.
At P&G, We See Equal
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels welcome, included, and empowered to bring their full selves to work.
If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know. We appreciate your patience as we work to accommodate your needs.
Job Schedule
Full time
Job Number
R
Job Segmentation
Internships
Starting Pay / Salary Range
£55,000.00 / year
