R&D Laboratory Technician | 14-Month Opportunity

For over 35 years, Aesop has carefully cultivated an inspiring and inclusive environment in which our employees are supported and encouraged to thrive. As a global retail organisation, we offer professional development and advancement opportunities to complement career goals and aspirations.

We aim to strike the right balance between people, planet and profit, actively reducing our footprint on the planet that generously sustains us. So far, this journey has led us to become a certified B Corp. We are collectively committed to building a more sustainable and inclusive society.

Aesop is an endorsed employer for all women. See our range of benefits and policies directly at Work180: Aesop - Work180 Endorsed Employer.

Role Purpose

Aesop are seeking a passionate and driven R&D Laboratory Technicianto join for 14-months at our new purpose designed Laboratory in Collingwood.

As part of the Research & Development team, you will assist with the formulation development and testing stages of all new and reformulated Aesop products, ensuring that the stage-gate process is followed and documented to company standards and that all formulations are compliant with intended markets and Aesop company guidelines.

Key responsibilities (but not limited to)

• Assist in maintaining and enhancing existing protocol within the day-to-day operations and administration of the Aesop Laboratory.
• Prepare cosmetic samples in the laboratory and set them up on all necessary testing.
• Track the stability testing of samples prepared as part of formula development
• Work internally to pack and dispatch sample for external testing and/or registration.
• Ensure all results are assessed, recorded and reported, in accordance with company standards.
• Maintain R&D Database relating to raw material, formulation, and product development and testing records.
• Assess and test new ingredients as required, ensuring they are suitable for Aesop products.
• Ensure the stability, preservative efficacy and analytical testing for all product development projects are conducted according to company standards.

What we are looking for

• 0-2 years' experience preferably from a cosmetics industry with a similar skillset
• Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science, Chemistry, Engineering or related field
• Cosmetic formulation experience is desirable
• Proven ability to conduct hands-on laboratory work
• Strong time management and highly organised with a strong attention to detail
• Strong communicator, both written and verbal, with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to work autonomously and within a collaborative team environment
• Strong interest and passion for skincare
• Mostly, a desire and curiosity to learn and grow.

What's on Offer:

At Aesop, we believe that the best people drive our business to continued success and so we take a holistic approach to employment, promoting employee wellbeing initiatives and encouraging deep connections with the local community through the Aesop Foundation, volunteering, matched giving programs. In addition, we offer:

• Flexible working arrangements (we value work-life balance)
• Flexible Fridays (summer hours)
• Generous product discount of up to 50% & complimentary product allocation
• Team lunches, sponsored social clubs, team events, and celebrations
• Parental leave and vaccination leave
• Individual training budget - strong focus on Learning and Development - access to the entire LinkedIn training library suite, and funded training programs
• Home office set-up reimbursements
• Short term incentive bonus programs to reward performance for applicable roles
• Access to Employee Assistance Program along with other wellbeing offerings including a complimentary Headspace subscription

View our benefits/policies and the great work we do through Work180

Aesop is committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best people by offering a creative and inclusive workplace where talent is truly recognised and rewarded. We are committed to promoting inclusion for all with the belief that diversity, inclusion and belonging plays an important role in the success of our organisation. We actively encourage everyone to consider becoming a part of our journey.

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