Lead Applications Scientist

Lead Applications Scientist, Hair Care

Croda is a FTSE100 organisation focused on our purpose of Smart Science to Improve Lives. With a market capitalisation of ~£6 billion and nearly 6,000 employees globally, our smart science is found in products that touch our lives every day. As the name behind some of the world's most successful brands, we are developing innovative and sustainable ingredients that provide vital functionality to the Consumer Care markets.

As we continue to deliver cutting-edge technology and new ideas, we are looking for a Application scientist to join our organisation to lead manage Application development, test applications for new actives launched by Croda. The incumbent will provide technical services to customers, Troubleshooting & providing solutions on Customer's formulation using our Hair Care Actives.

Reporting into the Head of Research & Technology, you will lead the applications for Hair Care actives including running validation studies using advanced equipment of our PVCS lab. You will also be supporting customer work requests and continually work towards our innovation pipeline feeding ideas to the larger R&D organization to solve future problems.

Who We're Looking For:

At Croda, we believe our people are the heart of our success. We are committed to fostering an environment where you can grow, make a meaningful impact, and thrive.

Degree qualified in Chemical or Cosmetic engineering.

Proven experience and understanding of Hair Care ingredients, predominantly for Hair growth, colour, greying etc.

Must have good oral and written communication skills to be able to represent Croda.

Works well in a team and interact effectively with others.

Familiarity with Hair care applications and instruments used in the laboratory.

What You'll Be Doing:

Be part of a team that values diversity, sustainability, and continuous innovation, where your ideas and contributions matter.

 Develop and Market Croda's products in India with a focus on Hair Care applications.
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Apply technical knowledge to evaluate and formulate new and existing products to meet market needs, solving both complex and straightforward problems.
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Design and carry out laboratory experiments. Review results, investigate issues through data collection, and determine next steps for experiments or project stages. Support less experienced staff through the same process.
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Provide technical support to sales and marketing teams as needed—responding to customer technical enquiries, recommending products, conducting training sessions, and participating in customer technical visits and training.
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Work directly with customers to assess needs or co-develop formulations.
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Communicate primarily through verbal discussions within the applications group, and via emails and written technical reports to other departments (e.g., research, marketing, and sales). Present complex scientific information in formats appropriate for each audience. Occasionally share technical product information with customers via email or during technical visits.
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Keep research, sales, and marketing teams updated on project developments.
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Frequently select the most viable development routes for projects, whether complex or straightforward, in consultation with the line manager.
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Independently plan and manage multiple projects, conducting experiments of varying complexity to deliver new data and formulations on time. Project durations typically range from a few days to six months.
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Use creative and practical approaches to support new product launches and existing product ranges, including developing new test methodologies or novel finished formulations for promotional purposes.
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Continuously enhance knowledge of relevant applications and market trends in the Hair Care segment.

What We Offer:

Join a global organization with countless opportunities for growth and leadership.

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

Generous PTO

Best in industry Medical Benefits

Free Transportation to the site

Career Development

Free Parking on Site

Additional Information

Croda recognises employees as our strength and the diversity they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our ongoing success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including age, race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

Why Croda?

At Croda, we believe our people are our difference. We are people-led, driven by the desire to do good and deliver value, a unifying principle shaped by all the great people that have travelled through Croda since our beginning in 1925. We pride ourselves on bringing together diverse teams and talents from across the globe and, guided by our values of Responsible, Innovative, and Together, we are passionate about building an inclusive, collaborative, and diverse organisation with innovation and customer focus underpinning all that we do.