R&D Graduate Hygiene at Reckitt Benckiser Nigeria

About the role

• Support to realisation of projects in full and on time. Accurate test and realization of laboratory time management. Participating in the design, administration and monitoring of laboratory trials. Analysing and evaluating data gathered during research. Ensuring compliance with good laboratory practice and overall clinical objectives.

Your responsibilities

• Support low risk R&D projects in relevant category, ensuring the implementation of projects by ensuring all required formulation, feasibility work, analysis, validation, stability testing, industrial trials and dossier preparation are performed on time and to the required internal and external standards and market conditions
• Read, understand and apply SOP/ ISO/ GLP protocols with regards to:
  • Data generation for Product Registration where applicable
  • Proper operation, standardization & maintenance of lab equipment
  • Maintaining accurate laboratory notebooks
• Following the Safety and Good Housekeeping requirements
• Conduct performance and analysis evaluations of competitive products
• Maintain lab supplies inventory (e.g. reagents and lab consumables) and other items when needed
• Perform other assignments as delegated by line manager
• Prepare career development objectives with assistance from line manager

The experience we're looking for

• Bachelor’s degree equivalent to the region in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Chemical Engineering or other relevant science.
• One year experience in an FMCG company desirable.

Qualification/Skills required:

• 0-2 years R&D experience with a proven track record of delivery.
• An excellent technical problem solver.
• Experience of generating technical documentation and reports.
• Good formulation knowledge and understanding of chemical interactions.