R&D Assistant (Chachoengsao, Chachoengsao, TH, N/A)
ReckittChachoengsao, Chachoengsao, TH, N/AActiveVerified 5h ago
Job description
We are Reckitt
Home to the world's best loved and trusted hygiene, health, and nutrition brands. Our purpose defines why we exist: to protect, heal and nurture in the relentless pursuit of a cleaner, healthier world. We are a global team united by this purpose. Join us in our fight to make access to the highest quality hygiene, wellness, and nourishment a right and not a privilege.Research & Development
In Research and Development, we're full of highly skilled talents that include Scientists, Engineers, Medical, Clinical and Regulatory professionals - all working to create a cleaner, healthier world. With nine Centres of Excellence, we continually seek out new opportunities by using science, our entrepreneurial flare and our fearless innovation to develop and enhance our existing portfolio, never compromising on quality or performance.We do the right thing, always, by ensuring we act with responsibility and integrity, by complying with regulatory legislation across the globe, whilst ensuring our products are safe for our consumers and are to the highest quality.
The size of our organisation means you'll have the opportunity to learn and work in different functions within R&D, giving you exposure to different disciplines, teams and environments. You will also have access to our Research and Development Academy, designed to develop our team and allow you to grow in our great organisation.
About the role
The R&D Assistant is an entry-level role supporting NPD, EPD, and capability projects of low complexity. The role involves working independently or as part of a team on selected project activities, collaborating with cross-functional teams to support the overall project lead.
The role is responsible for carrying out hands-on product development activities across one or more platforms within the Durex R&D portfolio and actively contributing to the development of consumer-preferred products.
While a significant proportion of the role is laboratory-based, it also involves planning, coordinating, and implementing functional or project-specific activities. The R&D Assistant will support technical problem-solving, provide recommendations, and implement agreed solutions to help ensure project milestones are achieved.
The role requires both theoretical knowledge and practical experience in one or more relevant Durex technologies, such as formulation and/or process development, together with a good understanding of relevant legislation and regulatory requirements.
Your responsibilities
- Ensure technical aspects of the assigned projects are carried out as per the agreed timings and standards, with any issues or risks clearly highlighted to line manager in a timely manner.
- Specific function / project work is likely to include:
- Preparing lab samples for testing.
- Organising and completing product stability studies.
- Evaluating new raw materials.
- Co-ordinating raw material and supplier information.
- Ensuring adequate supply of materials to keep in timelines for development activities.
- Manage release of samples for consumer and clinical tests.
- Keeping accurate records and communicating results.
- Assisting in developing prototype formulations / products.
- Supporting pilot scale-up and attending industrial trial manufacturing.
- Assisting in developing new concepts and claims to contribute to the respective pipeline.
- Contributing to team and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders including Regulatory, Clinical, Medical, Packaging and SSG.
- Prepare relevant product specifications and internal documentation and ensure approved prior to full production start-up.
- Compile and circulate technical reports throughout the product development process.
- Ensure all assigned development activities conform to legislative, health & safety and environmental requirements.
- Ensure all individual work adheres to RB Global Quality Manuals and relevant legislative regulatory requirements, including medical device quality management system.
- Prepare relevant product specifications and internal documentation and ensure approved prior to full production start-up.
- Compile and circulate technical reports throughout the product development process.
- Ensure all assigned development activities conform to legislative, health & safety and environmental requirements.
- Ensure all individual work adheres to RB Global Quality Manuals and relevant legislative/ regulatory requirements, including medical device quality management system.
The experience we're looking for
- Relevant experience (0 to 2 years) within product development role within OTC or FMCG environment is an advantage. Specific knowledge and experience of underpinning Durex.
- Technology is an advantage, as is medical device development experience.
- Pilot plant / Industrialization experience is an advantage.
The skills for success
- A self-starter, entrepreneurial and self-motivated, with solid planning.
- Openness to change and ability to think out of the box.
- Good motivational, interpersonal, presentation and communication skills.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyse data and solve complex technical problems.
- Proven ability to work under pressure without compromising on deliverables.
- Strong attention to detail.
- A team player.
- Pilot plant / Industrialisation experience is an advantage.