R&D Post-Doctoral Placement
Join Our Team at the Newcastle Innovation Centre!
Are you ready to make a real impact on globally recognized brands that millions of consumers rely on every day? If you’ve ever dreamed of a career where world-class training and development pave the way for your leadership journey, then our R&D Post-Doctoral Analytical 24 Month Placement at the Newcastle Innovation Centre is the perfect opportunity for you!
At P&G, our researchers are at the forefront of innovation, creating and enhancing products like Ariel, Fairy, and Lenor. Imagine working with groundbreaking technology in state-of-the-art labs alongside a team of passionate inventors. This is your chance to bridge the gap between academic discovery and real-world impact!
What To Expect
During your 24-month post-doctoral placement, you will:
- Work on real projects for some of our most beloved brands.
- Be at the forefront of analytical method development, tackling complex consumer challenges.
- Utilize cutting-edge instrumentation to generate critical data and uncover new insights.
Key Responsibilities
As a vital member of our team, you will:
- 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, leveraging 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.
- Take ownership of critical analytical instrumentation, ensuring optimal performance.
- Communicate findings effectively through technical reports and presentations.
What We Offer You
At P&G, we believe in empowering our employees from Day 1:
- Responsibilities from Day 1: You’ll dive right in, making a tangible impact on our products.
- Build from Within Career: Collaborate with passionate individuals and receive formal training and mentoring. We’re committed to your growth as a future leader!
- Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive Post-Doc salary along with additional benefits. Successful candidates may even be recommended for full-time roles.
- Great Benefits: Enjoy a competitive double-matched pension scheme, private health insurance, stock ownership options, and a personalized Flex4Me Fund to allocate benefits to what matters most to you.
What We Look For
We’re seeking candidates who:
- Are 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 related field.
- Have demonstrated expertise in gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS), with a preference for 3+ years of hands-on experience.
- Possess direct experience with advanced sample introduction techniques for GC-MS.
- Have a strong foundation in analytical chemistry principles and a passion for hands-on laboratory work.
- Exhibit academic excellence and a proven track record of independent problem-solving and method development.
- Showcase technical curiosity, creativity, initiative, leadership, collaboration, and communication skills.
- Have evidence of achievements in academic and/or non-academic activities.
Application Deadline
Don’t wait! Apply as soon as possible to secure your chance to join our innovative team!
Right to Work
For this placement role, 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. We are committed to ensuring all candidates have the right to work in the UK from Day 1.
Our Commitment to Diversity
At P&G, we value diversity and strive to create an inclusive culture where everyone feels welcome. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations during the application process. Your unique perspective is important to us!
Job Schedule
Full-time
Job Number
R
Job Segmentation
Internships
Starting Pay / Salary Range
£55,000.00 / year
