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Reckitt

R&D Associate

Reckitt

. Lead NPD/EPD projects, BDI initiatives, and other activities such as maintenance activities as part of the One China R&D team .

Posted 11/7/2026full-timeShanghai • ChinaMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in formulation development and innovation project leadership within R&D, emphasizing analytical skills and a consumer-focused approach to product development. Proficient in applying safety regulations and good documentation practices while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

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Formulation DevelopmentInnovation Project LeadershipAnalytical SkillsConsumer-Focused ApproachSafety Regulations Compliance

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Hard Skills
Formulation DevelopmentProcess DevelopmentTechnical Problem SolvingExploratory ResearchEvaluation MethodologiesDocumentation PracticesTechnical TransferInnovation Pipeline DevelopmentConsumer-Relevant InnovationsDigital Mindset
Soft Skills
Strong ResponsibilityOwnershipIntellectual CuriosityOpenness to ChangeCreative Thinking
Industry Keywords
R&DFMCGChemical EngineeringMaterials SciencePolymer ScienceHealth RegulationsEnvironmental RegulationsCross-Functional CollaborationInternational ExperienceConsumer Insights

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead NPD/EPD projects, BDI initiatives, and other activities such as maintenance activities as part of the One China R&D team
  • Conduct formulation development, technology scouting, technical problem solving, and exploratory research
  • Build a strong innovation pipeline and develop novel technologies and formulations for future product platforms and consumer-relevant innovations
  • Independently lead NPD/EPD innovation projects with limited guidance from the line manager
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and in full
  • Apply 'Right first time' practices and follow documented procedures and good documentation practices, including technical transfer
  • Develop new product ideas and pipeline opportunities with a consumer- and digitally-minded approach
  • Create and develop robust evaluation methodologies for sustainable and consumer-relevant claims
  • Follow workplace safety, health, and environmental regulations and policies
  • Report unsafe conditions, unsafe acts, and near-miss accidents, and suggest improvements

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Major in relevant science and engineering such as Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials, Polymer, etc.
  • Minimum of 3 years' experience working in R&D or related technical functions within a relevant product development role in an FMCG environment
  • Formulation and/or process development experience is prioritized
  • Strong responsibility and ownership of assigned tasks/projects
  • Strong analytical skills, including developing strategies, tactics, and measurable implementation plans and transforming thinking into action
  • Strong intellectual curiosity and appetite for exploring new and previously uncharted territories
  • Openness to change and ability to think out of the box
  • Workable English skills
  • Experience in an international company

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Parental benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program to promote mental health
  • Life insurance for all employees globally
  • Other benefits in line with the local market
  • Global share plans offering the opportunity to save and share in Reckitt's potential future successes
  • Short-term incentives for eligible roles
  • Pay-for-performance rewards philosophy