Explore career opportunities with 3M in Research & Development Summer Internship 2026
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Ready to fuel the success of globally renowned brands like Gillette? Do you want to be part of the innovation and technological advancement of products used every day by millions of the world's consumers? Want to work for a company consistently recognised as one of the UK's leading graduate employers?
We are offering summer internship opportunities in July 2026 at our Reading Innovation Centre.
About our Reading Innovation Centre
This role is available in our Reading Innovation Centre which is home to over 200+ scientists and engineers responsible for innovating consumer products in several business areas including Personal Health Care (Vicks) Oral Care (Oral-B), Grooming (Gillette and Venus) and Beauty Care (Olay).
The site is a specialist Healthcare & Grooming Research & Development Hub in Europe and supports our European Beauty Franchise business. The site is friendly, diverse and has a rich history in innovation in multiple business areas.
Our site is located close to the town centre and is served by motorway networks of M4 and M25 as well as the A33. We're within 20 mins of Reading Central and Green Park railway stations and are served by buses that run every 10 minutes.
What To Expect:
Research and Development (R&D) at P&G will help you to discover the essence behind crafting some of the world's most renowned brands. Delve into a realm where science takes centre stage. Some of the best scientists in the world go to work making our products just right for the billions of consumers who use them. We're talking cutting edge technology, "hands-on" labs and pilot plants, 41,000+ active patents and a team full of inventors.
During your summer internship, you will get a first-hand experience of what a career in R&D with P&G involves, and if it is right for you. You will be working on live business R&D projects and expected to dive straight in and take the lead. Each intern receives a customized learning plan to ensure they get the right levels of coaching, mentoring, and training as they deliver their work. If you are looking for an exciting and challenging experience, have a passion for winning, strong leadership credentials and an interest in pursuing a career at P&G - this internship is for you!
What You Will Gain:
+ Responsibilities and Real Work from Day 1: You will be given specific projects and responsibilities working on real and live business challenges, just like a true P&Ger.
+ Continuous training & coaching: You will work with passionate people and receive both formal training as well as day-to-day mentoring from your manager.
+ Competitive Compensation & Benefits: The monthly salary for this summer internship is £2,625. On top of this you'll enjoy lots of benefits like the option to enrol in our pension, flexible working arrangements, and your very own 'Flex4Me' Fund which enables you to allocate a portion of your benefits package to the areas that matter most to you.
+ Full Time Role: Successful interns have the potential to secure a full-time position with P&G after graduation. As a 'build from within' company, our people start at entry level and progress through the organization. When we make a job offer, it's with the expectation that you will grow into one of our future leaders, and to help you get there, you will work closely with skilled P&G veterans for mentoring and coaching at every step.
Job Qualifications
What We Look For:
+ University students pursuing a degree in a scientific or engineering discipline graduating in 2026 or 2027. We also welcome applications from those who have already graduated who are able to complete a summer internship.
+ Evidence of passion and achievements in academic and/or non-academic activities. Tell us what you're proud of - be it playing a musical instrument or holding down a job alongside your studies. We want to get to know you during your application!
+ Demonstrated leadership skills and a strong passion for research and innovation.
+ Strong verbal and written English language skills.
Start date:
The internship's duration is from July 1st, 2026, until September 18th, 2026.
Right to Work:
For our internship roles, you will need to provide your own right to work in the UK for the full duration of your internship without requiring sponsorship from P&G. Note, this will require your right to work permission to be valid between 1st July 2026 to 18th September 2026 for a minimum of 37.5 hours per week.
P&G is legally required to ensure all candidates have the right to work in the UK from Day 1 of their employment. All applicants will therefore be asked to provide evidence of their right to work at the conclusion of the recruitment process as a condition of employment.
Application Deadline:
1pm (GMT) November 24th, 2025. You must apply by the deadline. We encourage you to apply and complete our online assessments as soon as possible, as we may close early if positions are filled.
Application Process:
+ Complete your Application (Deadline 1pm GMT 24th November 2025)
+ Complete our Online Assessments (Deadline 1pm GMT 5th December 2025)
+ Virtual Interviews (These will run from October until our roles are filled)
At P&G #weseeequal
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. At P&G we strive to build a culture where everyone feels welcome, included, and able to bring their full selves to work.
We champion social mobility and believe socio-economic status should not be a barrier to accessing job opportunities. That's why in addition to this internship being paid, we offer provision of all the necessary technology and electronic equipment, access to a range of benefits, and financial support if you need to relocate for your internship - such as covering the cost of travel to your internship location.
We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process. Please click here ( if you require an accommodation during the application process. Please make sure to wait to hear back from us regarding your accommodation before proceeding with the online assessment, we thank you in advance for your patience.
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Research & Development Industrial Placement 2026
Posted 23 days ago
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READING TECH CENTER
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Ready to fuel the success of globally renowned brands like Gillette? Do you want to be part of the innovation and technological advancement of products used every day by millions of the world's consumers? Want to work for a company consistently recognised as one of the UK's leading graduate employers?
We are offering 12-month placement opportunities at our Reading Innovation Centre which will start in July 2026.
About our Reading Innovation Centre
This role is available in our Reading Innovation Centre which is home to over 200+ scientists and engineers responsible for innovating consumer products in several business areas including Personal Health Care (Vicks) Oral Care (Oral-B), Grooming (Gillette and Venus) and Beauty Care (Olay).
The site is a specialist Healthcare & Grooming Research & Development Hub in Europe and supports our European Beauty Franchise business. The site is friendly, diverse and has a rich history in innovation in multiple business areas.
Our site is located close to the town centre and is served by motorway networks of M4 and M25 as well as the A33. We're within 20 mins of Reading Central and Green Park railway stations and are served by buses that run every 10 minutes.
What To Expect:
Research and Development (R&D) at P&G will help you to discover the essence behind crafting some of the world's most renowned brands. Delve into a realm where science takes centre stage. Some of the best scientists in the world go to work making our products just right for the billions of consumers who use them. We're talking cutting edge technology, "hands-on" labs and pilot plants, 41,000+ active patents and a team full of inventors.
During your 12-month placement, you will get a first-hand experience of what a career in R&D with P&G involves, and if it is right for you. You will be working on live business R&D projects and expected to dive straight in and take the lead.
Each intern receives a customized learning plan to ensure they get the right levels of coaching, mentoring, and training as they deliver their work. If you are looking for an exciting and challenging experience, have a passion for winning, strong leadership credentials and an interest in pursuing a career at P&G - this placement is for you!
Please note that this programme is designed as a 12-month industrial placement for students graduating in 2028 with a placement year as part of their degree. However, we have a limited number of 6-month placements available for students graduating in 2026, 2027 or those who have already graduated starting 1st July 2026.
What You Will Gain:
+ Responsibilities and Real Work from Day 1: You will be given specific projects and responsibilities working on real and live business challenges, just like a true P&Ger.
+ Continuous training & coaching: You will work with passionate people and receive both formal training as well as day-to-day mentoring from your manager.
+ Competitive Compensation & Benefits: The annual salary for this 12-month placement is £31,500. On top of this you'll enjoy the option of a range of benefits including a competitive double-matched pension scheme, private health insurance, participation in a stock ownership scheme, and your very own 'Flex4Me' Fund which enables you to allocate a portion of your benefits package to the areas that matter most to you.
+ Full Time Role Successful interns have the potential to secure a full-time position with P&G after graduation. As a 'build from within' company, our people start at entry level and progress through the organization. When we make a job offer, it's with the expectation that you will grow into one of our future leaders, and to help you get there, you will work closely with skilled P&G veterans for mentoring and coaching at every step.
Job Qualifications
What We Look For:
+ University students pursuing a degree in a scientific or engineering discipline graduating in 2028 with a placement year as part of their degree who will participate in our 12-month industrial placement.
+ We also welcome applications from students graduating in 2026 or 2027, or those who have already graduated who we can accommodate 3/6-month placements.
+ Evidence of passion and achievements in academic and/or non-academic activities. Tell us what you're proud of - be it playing a musical instrument or holding down a job alongside your studies. We want to get to know you during your application!
+ Demonstrated leadership skills and a strong passion for research and innovation.
+ Strong verbal and written English language skills.
Start date:
The 12-month industrial placement is available from 1st July 2026 until 30th June 2027. We expect you to be available for the full duration. We can also consider offering 6-month placements in line with course requirements.
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. Note, this will require your right to work permission to be valid between 1st July 2026 until 30th June 2027 for a minimum of 37.5 hours per week.
P&G is legally required to ensure all candidates have the right to work in the UK from Day 1 of their employment. All applicants will therefore be asked to provide evidence of their right to work at the conclusion of the recruitment process as a condition of employment.
Application Deadline:
1pm (GMT) November 24th, 2025. You must apply by the deadline. We encourage you to apply and complete our online assessments as soon as possible, as we may close early if positions are filled.
Application Process:
+ Complete your Application (Deadline 1pm GMT 24th November 2025)
+ Complete our Online Assessments (Deadline 1pm GMT 5th December 2025)
+ Virtual Interviews (These will run from October until our roles are filled)
At P&G #weseeequal
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. At P&G we strive to build a culture where everyone feels welcome, included, and able to bring their full selves to work.
We champion social mobility and believe socio-economic status should not be a barrier to accessing job opportunities. That's why in addition to this internship being paid, we offer provision of all the necessary technology and electronic equipment, access to a range of benefits, and financial support if you need to relocate for your internship - such as covering the cost of travel to your internship location.
We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process. Please click here ( if you require an accommodation during the application process. Please make sure to wait to hear back from us regarding your accommodation before proceeding with the online assessment, we thank you in advance for your patience.
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Research & Development - European PhD Seminar 2026
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Are you passionate about the science behind everyday products? Do you want to develop innovation for the world's biggest brands? Are you curious about how the daily job of Scientists and Engineers in Research and Development looks like?
Then join us in our PhD Seminar, a 4-day event at P&G, where you will discover how to leverage your academic skills for innovating on favorite consumer products. A technical career at P&G could be exactly what you're looking for!
Be our guest at the German Innovation Center in Schwalbach and Kronberg from Sunday, April 19th through Thursday, April 23rd , 2026. Your travel and stay will be fully covered by P&G.
Why join the PhD Seminar?
+ You visit our German Innovation Center, meet scientists and engineers, and get to ask them all your questions
+ You get a chance to gain insights into how our scientists innovate our superior products
+ You will get to practice the skills needed to be successful when working in the industry by collaborating with other international PhD Students and experienced R&D managers
+ You will gain insights into the typical day of a scientist or engineer in R&D, the daily challenges of the business and the career opportunities in R&D
+ You will discover if a career in a global company such as P&G is the right thing for you.
During the seminar you will be able to practice and up-skill in:
+ Using technical knowledge to address real problems
+ Making difficult and tough decisions
+ Setting priorities
+ Communicating ideas
+ Motivating people and teams
+ Working as part of a team
Job Qualifications
YOUR PROFILE
+ Science and Engineering Ph.D. Students in the last year of their PhD
+ Disciplines considered are Natural, Life or Physical Sciences, Data Science, Electrical, Mechanical, Biotechnological, Chemical and other Engineering disciplines
+ Your graduation should ideally be betwe en January 2026 and May 2027
Are you keen to get more details? Please explore more information about P&G and the seminar by clicking the insightful links below:
+ P&G is driven to make life better, not just within the company, but across the globe. Click here ( to check out how we make a meaningful impact on the world.
+ We are the world's largest consumer goods company. Click here ( to discover our iconic brands.
Our recruiting process consists of three main steps:
+ Application
+ Online assessment
+ Interviews
Click here ( to get all the tips to be fully prepared.
The application deadline is February 1, 2026. After that date, we will start the selection process.
Seminar Attendees and others who pass our initial requirements will afterwards be considered for interviews for full-time positions in one of our European Innovation Centers.
YOUR FUTURE EMPLOYER
From its foundation 186 years ago as a soap and candle start-up, P&G today is a leading consumer goods company. We are home to iconic, trusted brands that touch 5 billion consumers worldwide and make life a little bit easier in small but meaningful ways every day.
We want you to bring your insight, creativity, and passion to join our dedicated teams who have helped us grow into a global company.
Our people are our greatest asset : with our philosophy of promotion from within, we place strong emphasis on employee development and are committed to finding and fostering world-class talent. Learn from our inspiring leaders, shape our supportive and welcoming culture, and place your personal development at the core of your work!
AT P&G #WESEEEQUAL
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. At P&G we strive to build a culture where everyone feels welcome, included, and able to bring their full selves to work.
We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process. Please click here ( if you require an accommodation during the application process. Please make sure to wait to hear back from us regarding your accommodation before proceeding with the online assessment, we thank you in advance for your patience.
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Research And Development Scientist
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Job Title: R&D Scientist – Global Biopharmaceutical
Contract : 12 months
Location: Slough
Salary: £17.61 per hour
This is a great opportunity for a recent graduate in a biochemistry related degree looking for their first role in the industry. 0-2 years industry experience is required for this role.
Key Responsibilities will include:
- Support the design, planning, and execution of studies that contribute to technology or process/product development projects. Carry out experiments within defined scopes and timelines and analyze data to inform next steps. Delivery:
- Supports understanding of problem statements and study rationale to ensure alignment with project goals.
- Assists in the development and execution of high-throughput (HTP) workflows for process studies under supervision.
- Helps with setup and configuration of HTP equipment to enable reliable monitoring and data capture.
- Flags potential risks to study execution and contributes to identifying mitigation strategies.
- Contributes to the preparation of study plans and documentation in collaboration with senior team members.
- Executes HTP studies according to established protocols and timelines and performs preliminary data analysis to support process development.
- Participates in efforts to improve HTP workflows for efficiency and integration into broader development pipelines.
- Engages with cross-functional teams to provide purification support during technology implementation.
Candidate Requirements:
- Bachelors/Masters in Biochemistry, Biology or Biotechnology
- Experince with protein chemistry would be desirable.
- Previous laboratory experience in analytical techniques.
- understanding of Downstream processing or Purification of proteins
- Handling of automated liquid handling system
- Data analysis and interpretation.
- Mechanistic modelling or Machine Learning would be desirable
Research And Development Scientist
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Job Title: R&D Scientist – Global Biopharmaceutical
Contract : 12 months
Location: Slough
Salary: £17.61 per hour
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
This is a great opportunity for a recent graduate in a biochemistry related degree looking for their first role in the industry. 0-2 years industry experience is required for this role.
Key Responsibilities will include:
- Support the design, planning, and execution of studies that contribute to technology or process/product development projects. Carry out experiments within defined scopes and timelines and analyze data to inform next steps. Delivery:
- Supports understanding of problem statements and study rationale to ensure alignment with project goals.
- Assists in the development and execution of high-throughput (HTP) workflows for process studies under supervision.
- Helps with setup and configuration of HTP equipment to enable reliable monitoring and data capture.
- Flags potential risks to study execution and contributes to identifying mitigation strategies.
- Contributes to the preparation of study plans and documentation in collaboration with senior team members.
- Executes HTP studies according to established protocols and timelines and performs preliminary data analysis to support process development.
- Participates in efforts to improve HTP workflows for efficiency and integration into broader development pipelines.
- Engages with cross-functional teams to provide purification support during technology implementation.
Candidate Requirements:
- Bachelors/Masters in Biochemistry, Biology or Biotechnology
- Experince with protein chemistry would be desirable.
- previous laboratory experience in analytical techniques.
- understanding of Downstream processing or Purification of proteins
- Handling of automated liquid handling system
- Data analysis and interpretation.
- Mechanistic modelling or Machine Learning would be desirable
Product Development Manager
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About Health & Happiness Group
Health & Happiness (H&H) Group is a publicly traded company, with established market positions in more than 15 countries in Asia-Pacific, Europe, North America and Oceania with over 3,000 team members working across the globe. Our vision is focused on premium nutrition and lifetime wellness. We have 3 business segments – Baby, Adult and Pet Nutrition and Care – supporting whole-family health and happiness across 8 international brands.
As we grow, our people and our culture are essential to our success. We are recognised as a ‘Great Place to Work’ and have over 3,400 employees working globally, both in-office and remotely to support the company’s rapid growth. We are looking for more brilliant people who can turn complex problems into simple solutions.
Your role within the team:
- This role is responsible for leading product development for Zesty Paws in Europe — from concept to launch - in close collaboration with marketing, regulatory, and supply chain teams. Beyond formulation, the role plays a key part in shaping the innovation strategy through deep understanding of market, consumer, and scientific landscapes, identifying white spaces, and translating insights into new product opportunities
Key Responsibilities:
- Product Development: work alongside the regulatory, supply chain and marketing teams to take formulations from concept to end product
- Innovation: monitor market and consumer trends, analyse the competitive landscape, and stay closely connected to the external ecosystem to generate insights that inform and sharpen the Zesty Paws innovation strategy.
Desired Skills and Experience:
To make sure we are setting new starters up for success, we ask that you meet a few criteria relevant to the role to be considered for this opportunity:
- Proven experience in product development or innovation within the pet food or supplement industry
- Strong analytical mindset, able to assess complex scientific and market data and translate insights into actionable opportunities
- Innovative and commercially oriented, balancing creativity with feasibility
- Strong collaboration and communication skills across marketing, regulatory, and supply teams
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in product development, formulation, or innovation roles
- Ability to balance precision with flexibility while managing multiple activities simultaneously
- Comfortable working in changing environments, with agility to adjust quickly
- Motivated by contributing to collective objectives and celebrating team achievements
Benefits:
- Hybrid working with 3 days a week in the office.
- Note: Our current Office days are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Occasionally, an extra day in the office will be required for Group Town hall, Events, team meetings, etc.
- Gym Membership (28 credits per month)
- On-site Gym
- 30 Annual Leave days per year
- 40% discount for UK Brands
- Pension
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Private Dental Insurance
- Dog-friendly office.
- Coffee shop within the building.
- Complimentary office drinks on Thursday evenings
H&H Group believes in the benefits of a diverse and inclusive workplace and aims to reflect the varied cultures within which we exist. We are committed to providing a working environment that is free from discrimination and harassment, creating a safe and inclusive environment for all.
We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, religions, racial and gender identities, sexual orientations, abilities and cultures, and our hiring decisions will be based on business needs, position requirements, and the qualifications and experience of individuals. If you require support or assistance during the application process, please notify us at the time of application and we will be sure to enable reasonable adjustments where suitable.
If you have what it takes, please apply via the online portal and we will be in touch soon. We move quickly and may fill the role prior to the application close date, so we suggest you get in touch today!
Salary and benefits will be competitive and commensurate with experience. All personal data collected is for recruitment purposes only.
Product Development Manager
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About Health & Happiness Group
Health & Happiness (H&H) Group is a publicly traded company, with established market positions in more than 15 countries in Asia-Pacific, Europe, North America and Oceania with over 3,000 team members working across the globe. Our vision is focused on premium nutrition and lifetime wellness. We have 3 business segments – Baby, Adult and Pet Nutrition and Care – supporting whole-family health and happiness across 8 international brands.
As we grow, our people and our culture are essential to our success. We are recognised as a ‘Great Place to Work’ and have over 3,400 employees working globally, both in-office and remotely to support the company’s rapid growth. We are looking for more brilliant people who can turn complex problems into simple solutions.
Your role within the team:
- This role is responsible for leading product development for Zesty Paws in Europe — from concept to launch - in close collaboration with marketing, regulatory, and supply chain teams. Beyond formulation, the role plays a key part in shaping the innovation strategy through deep understanding of market, consumer, and scientific landscapes, identifying white spaces, and translating insights into new product opportunities
Key Responsibilities:
- Product Development: work alongside the regulatory, supply chain and marketing teams to take formulations from concept to end product
- Innovation: monitor market and consumer trends, analyse the competitive landscape, and stay closely connected to the external ecosystem to generate insights that inform and sharpen the Zesty Paws innovation strategy.
Desired Skills and Experience:
To make sure we are setting new starters up for success, we ask that you meet a few criteria relevant to the role to be considered for this opportunity:
- Proven experience in product development or innovation within the pet food or supplement industry
- Strong analytical mindset, able to assess complex scientific and market data and translate insights into actionable opportunities
- Innovative and commercially oriented, balancing creativity with feasibility
- Strong collaboration and communication skills across marketing, regulatory, and supply teams
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in product development, formulation, or innovation roles
- Ability to balance precision with flexibility while managing multiple activities simultaneously
- Comfortable working in changing environments, with agility to adjust quickly
- Motivated by contributing to collective objectives and celebrating team achievements
Benefits:
- Hybrid working with 3 days a week in the office.
- Note: Our current Office days are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Occasionally, an extra day in the office will be required for Group Town hall, Events, team meetings, etc.
- Gym Membership (28 credits per month)
- On-site Gym
- 30 Annual Leave days per year
- 40% discount for UK Brands
- Pension
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Private Dental Insurance
- Dog-friendly office.
- Coffee shop within the building.
- Complimentary office drinks on Thursday evenings
H&H Group believes in the benefits of a diverse and inclusive workplace and aims to reflect the varied cultures within which we exist. We are committed to providing a working environment that is free from discrimination and harassment, creating a safe and inclusive environment for all.
We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, religions, racial and gender identities, sexual orientations, abilities and cultures, and our hiring decisions will be based on business needs, position requirements, and the qualifications and experience of individuals. If you require support or assistance during the application process, please notify us at the time of application and we will be sure to enable reasonable adjustments where suitable.
If you have what it takes, please apply via the online portal and we will be in touch soon. We move quickly and may fill the role prior to the application close date, so we suggest you get in touch today!
Salary and benefits will be competitive and commensurate with experience. All personal data collected is for recruitment purposes only.
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Head of Product Development
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Head of Product Development
Location: High Wycombe (on-site)
Salary: £80,000 – £0,000 + benefits
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head of Product Development to lead the technological direction and team responsible for next-generation XRF and EDS detector products. This role combines hands-on scientific/engineering capability with strategic leadership, overseeing both new product innovation and enhancements to existing detector platforms.
The successful candidate will lead a multidisciplinary team, shaping the development roadmap, driving technical excellence and ensuring smooth delivery from concept through to production.
Key Responsibilities
- Own and deliver the product development roadmap for X-ray detectors and associated technologies
- Lead and mentor a cross-functional technical team (scientists, engineers, and process specialists)
- Oversee the design, optimisation, testing and validation of new and existing detector products
- Troubleshoot technical challenges relating to detector physics, performance and manufacturability
- Align technical direction with wider business objectives and market opportunities
- Collaborate with external partners and suppliers on component development and innovation
- Ensure ISO-aligned development processes and maintain robust technical documentation
About You
- MSc or PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science or related discipline
- 10+ years’ experience in X-ray detector development, semiconductor physics or equivalent high-end sensing technology
- Proven track record leading a technical/scientific team (5–10 engineers/scientists)
- Demonstrable experience managing projects from R&D concept to commercial product
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and technical communication skills
- Knowledge of SDDs or semiconductor detector design, low-noise electronics, vacuum systems or cryogenic/Peltier cooling is highly advantageous
What This Role Offers
- Significant influence over product strategy and technical direction
- The opportunity to lead innovation in a specialist, high-technology field
- A senior leadership role combining deep technical input with people development
- Competitive salary of £80k 90k plus benefits package
New Product Development Manager
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New Product Development Manager - Slough - Permanent
My client, a market leader within their sector are looking to recruit a New Product Development Manager to join their organisation. The role can be described as follows:
Purpose of the role:
Lead the development of our products from concept through to production. This includes translating market and technical requirements into product specifications, coordinating with Product Management, and managing cross-functional New Product Introduction (NPI) activities across the business.
Key responsibilities include:
- Lead NPD projects from concept, specification, and prototyping through to detailed design and production release.
- Collaborate with Product Management to validate customer needs, market demands, and regulatory standards.
- Consolidate requirements from diverse markets including food & beverage, pharmaceutical, industrial, and municipal sectors, into structured, actionable product specifications.
- Convert complex requirements into innovative UV system designs that balance performance, compliance, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.
- Coordinate development and NPI efforts across Engineering, Product Management, Operations, and Commercial teams to ensure aligned execution and smooth product delivery.
- Contribute to strategic planning and roadmap development for our products and services.
- Manage technical documentation and ensure compliance with internal and external standards.
- Champion continuous improvement in technical processes and tools.
- Mentor and coach team members to support their professional growth.
Candidate requirements:
- Must have a relevant qualification, preferably a good degree, or suitable experience.
- Experience leading New Product Development (NPD) from concept to launch.
- Strong design and systems thinking, with the ability to convert complex, multi-market requirements into scalable, compliant, and cost-effective solutions.
- Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams (Engineering, Product Management, Operations, Commercial) to align with product goals and drive execution.
- Skilled in mentoring and developing technical talent.
- Demonstrable experience to continuous improvement in tools, processes, and team performance.
- An inquisitive hands-on approach with excellent problem-solving skills.
- Be a self-starter with a results-driven can-do attitude with the ability to adapt to change.
- Willing and able to be in our Slough offices 5 days a week
If this exciting opportunity could be of interest - please let me know ASAP. Interviews can be arranged at short notice.
Senior Product Development Chemist
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- Formulating and developing innovative cosmetic and skincare products from concept to launch.
- Conducting stability, efficacy, and safety testing to ensure product performance and compliance.
- Optimizing existing formulations to improve performance, cost-effectiveness, or sustainability.
- Collaborating closely with marketing, regulatory affairs, and manufacturing teams to ensure successful product development cycles.
- Researching and identifying new ingredients, technologies, and market trends to drive product innovation.
- Troubleshooting formulation issues and providing technical support to manufacturing.
- Maintaining accurate and detailed laboratory records, including formulation recipes and test results.
- Preparing technical documentation and reports for internal review and regulatory submissions.
- Ensuring all product development activities comply with industry regulations and company quality standards.
- Mentoring junior chemists and providing technical guidance.
- Evaluating raw materials and suppliers to ensure quality and consistency.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, or a related scientific discipline.
- A minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in cosmetic formulation and product development.
- Proven track record of successful product launches in the beauty or personal care sector.
- In-depth knowledge of cosmetic ingredients, their functions, and regulatory requirements.
- Proficiency in laboratory techniques relevant to cosmetic formulation and testing.
- Strong understanding of skin biology and dermatological principles.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
- Passion for beauty and wellness trends, with a creative and innovative approach.