Technician - Hair Care Appraisal Lab Coordinator

Role Purpose

TheHair CareAppraisal Lab Coordinator supports theend‑to‑endexecution ofHair Caretechnical assessments,used for product development, marketing activation,and claims substantiation. This role ensureshigh‑quality, consistent, and digitally integrated appraisal data,to guide R&Ddecision‑makingand strengthen claims rigor acrosstheHair Careprogram.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Testing & Lab Operations

• ConductHair Careappraisal studies following established SOPs for in-lab technical assessments. (e.g., wet feel, dry feel, manageability, hold,breakage, shine) to enable robust, reproducible technical readouts.

• Prepare hair tress substrates,usingtreatment protocols, and controlled testing environments aligned to study requirements.

• Maintain and continuously improve appraisal protocols, ensuring alignment with regulatory and claims standards, while refining methodologies based on evolvingHair Careneeds.

Data Quality, Analysis & Digital Integration

• Ensure all technical data meets accuracy, reproducibility, and traceability standards,maintainingcomplete documentation of study design, execution steps, and raw data capture.

• Support the integration of appraisal data into digital systems, enhancing accessibility, automation, and reporting consistency.

• Partner with internal stakeholders to interpret technical output and enableclaims‑readyinsights.

Lab & Equipment Management

• Maintain equipment calibration, upkeep, and readiness for technical testing.

• Manage lab workflows, scheduling, and sample throughput to ensure efficient andtimelystudy execution.
• Oversee inventory of lab consumables and ensure compliant handling, tracking, and storage of materials. This includesmaintaininginventory of hair tresses andpurchasingnewsuppliesas needed.

​Cross‑FunctionalCollaboration

• Work closely with R&D, Claims, Consumer Technical Insights, and Applied Measurement Science partners to align testing approaches with programobjectives.
• Provide technical clarity to Marketing and project teamsregardingthe nature and limitations of appraisal data.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field (e.g., Cosmetic Science, Consumer Science, Chemistry, Biology, Materials Science)or equivalent technical experience.
• Experience in laboratory, appraisal, or technical testing environments—ideally withinHair Careor Beauty Care.
• Strong capability in following detailed SOPs with precision and scientific rigor.
• Proficiencyin digital data systems, documentation, and lab instrumentation.
• Excellent organizational, documentation, andproblem‑solvingskills.

Skills & Competencies

• High attention to detail and commitment to data integrity.
• Strong technical curiosity and willingness to adopt new methods or digital tools.
• Ability to manage multiplestudies inparallel with clear prioritization.
• Comfortableworkinghands‑onin a testing environment with hair tresses and product prototypes.

Pay: The pay range for this position is $48,900.00 - 73,300.00 USD. Unilever takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, qualifications and education, and other business and organizational needs. 

Bonus: This position is bonus eligible. 

Benefits: Unilever employees are eligible to participate in our benefits plan. Should the employee choose to participate, they can choose from a range of benefits to include, but is not limited to, health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage), retirement savings benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, parental leave, sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, as well as access to numerous voluntary benefits. Any coverages for health insurance and retirement benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.