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Job Location WHBC - WINTON HILL BUS CENTER Job Description Research and Development (R&D) at Procter & Gamble, the largest consumer packaged goods company in the world, includes a diverse group of roles that contribute to the innovation and development of our products. It encompasses roles in product research, formulation, testing, and scientific analysis. You will find variety and excitement starting Day 1. Associate Researcher is an entry level role for individuals who are competent in basic science and math and are inspired to apply those skills towards hands-on experiments. At P&G, a wide variety of R&D work is available to Associate Researchers, in the following major areas: -Products Research: Deeply understand our consumers and their needs to inform product design parameters for new or improved products. -Product Formulation & Design: Translates consumer needs into finished products that delight consumers using the best available technologies/chemicals/materials. -Analytical: Use lab equipment to solve tough technical problems via chemical, physical, mechanical, imaging, and other measurement capabilities. -Packaging & Device Development: Creates and improves packages and devices that delight consumers and retailers. -Process Development & Pilot Plant Operations: Translates ideas, concepts, and technologies into commercially feasible chemical and mechanical processes and scales them up from lab to pilot plant to manufacturing. The Opportunity: Join the P&G Feminine Care team and help create Always Feminine Care breakthrough product innovations shape the future of our category. This role in product design and product research discipline involves researching new product ideas, developing MVP prototypes, and conducting technical and consumer tests to ensure products meet design intent with superior performance and quality standards. You will collaborate with multiple functions across technical community including Analytical, process & formulation, Material Science and Design, and have opportunity to work with R&D partners globally across North America, Greater China and Europe. We have a very vibrant and diverse team and are looking for an individual who is inspired by hands-on experimentation and willing to learn and grow new skills. Key Responsibilities: This role will include day-to-day applied research including: Technical Product Assessment : Conduct hands-on lab and sensory experiments to evaluate product performance on benefit, potential risk and build C2T2P model, with guidance from your manager or coach. Consumer Research : Plan and execute qualitative and quantitative studies, including in-use wear observations, returned product analysis, show tests, and product diary studies. Product Prototyping : Build creative product prototypes for consumer show tests and in-use studies, partner with PD and Design experts. Technical Documentation & Insights : Document, analyze, and clearly summarize technical and consumer data to support decisions. Method Development : Develop test protocols and methods which are relevant to consumer perception on product benefits. Collaborate and network effectively within immediate team or work domain as required to maximize job impact and personal learning Job Qualifications Required Qualifications: Education Requirement: Associates degree in Science, Engineering or related field or a High School diploma with relevant experience and interests. Candidates with 2-year or 4-year degrees in non-engineering disciplines are welcome to apply. Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Tools, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and SharePoint, is required. Available to work 8am – 4pm at P&G Winton Hill Business Office 5 days per week. Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience in a science role and lab work Attention to detail with hands-on work experience Ability to work collaboratively with a team as well as willing to be agile when changes arise Just so you know: Compensation for roles at P&G varies depending on a wide array of non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, degree/credentials, relevant skill set, and level of relevant experience. At P&G compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Total rewards at P&G include salary bonus (if applicable) benefits. Your recruiter may be able to share more about our total rewards offerings and the specific salary range for the relevant location(s) during the hiring process. We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Immigration Sponsorship is not available for this role. For more information regarding who is eligible for hire at P&G along with other work authorization FAQ’s, please click HERE . Procter & Gamble participates in E-Verify. Qualified individuals will not be disadvantaged based on being unemployed. P&G is dedicated to meeting the needs of applicants requesting an accommodation/adjustment due to a disability in order to complete the online application process. If you have a disability that affects your ability to complete our online application process, please visit our Disability Accommodation Page . Job Schedule Full time Job Number R000160824 Job Segmentation Entry Level Starting Pay / Salary Range $64,600.00 - $74,300.00 / year

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Deeply understand our consumers and their needs to inform product design parameters for new or improved products.
Translates consumer needs into finished products that delight consumers using the best available technologies/chemicals/materials.
Use lab equipment to solve tough technical problems via chemical, physical, mechanical, imaging, and other measurement capabilities.
Creates and improves packages and devices that delight consumers and retailers.
Translates ideas, concepts, and technologies into commercially feasible chemical and mechanical processes and scales them up from lab to pilot plant to manufacturing.
This role will include day-to-day applied research including:
Technical Product Assessment : Conduct hands-on lab and sensory experiments to evaluate product performance on benefit, potential risk and build C2T2P model, with guidance from your manager or coach.
Consumer Research : Plan and execute qualitative and quantitative studies, including in-use wear observations, returned product analysis, show tests, and product diary studies.
Product Prototyping : Build creative product prototypes for consumer show tests and in-use studies, partner with PD and Design experts.
Technical Documentation & Insights : Document, analyze, and clearly summarize technical and consumer data to support decisions.
Method Development : Develop test protocols and methods which are relevant to consumer perception on product benefits.
Collaborate and network effectively within immediate team or work domain as required to maximize job impact and personal learning
Job Qualifications
Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Tools, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and SharePoint, is required.
Available to work 8am – 4pm at P&G Winton Hill Business Office 5 days per week.
Immigration Sponsorship is not available for this role. For more information regarding who is eligible for hire at P&G along with other work authorization FAQ’s, please click HERE .
Procter & Gamble participates in E-Verify.
Qualified individuals will not be disadvantaged based on being unemployed.
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Prior experience in a science role and lab work
Attention to detail with hands-on work experience
Ability to work collaboratively with a team as well as willing to be agile when changes arise

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