Senior Scientific Liaison II, Skincare Scientific Valorization, L'Oreal Research & Innovation

Senior Scientific Liaison II, Skincare Scientific Valorization, L'Oreal Research & Innovation – Clark, New Jersey, United States

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At L’Oréal Research & Innovation, we are pushing the boundaries of Science & Tech. We invest heavily in cutting‑edge research, leveraging advanced technologies to understand skin, hair, and microbiome, while discovering new active ingredients and launching outperforming formulas. Our 3,500 L’Oréal R&I experts leverage Science & Technology to invent safe, trustable, sustainable & responsible beauty products and experiences that will change people’s lives.

As a Senior Scientific Liaison II in the Skincare Scientific Valorization Team, you will be responsible for supporting various elements of skincare product development from project initiation through market launch with a critical focus on communication of scientific knowledge, selection of active ingredients, and coordination of innovative testing.

• Marketing Partnership & Technical Guidance:
  Collaborate with Marketing teams, providing in‑depth technical explanations of new and existing skincare technologies to support upcoming product launches and marketing concept development. Clarify the science behind active ingredients or explain the benefits of specific formulations.
• Scientific Communication & Review:
  Review marketing materials, including concepts, cartons, packaging, advertising copy, website content, e‑commerce descriptions, and training materials, to ensure technical accuracy and consistency across all platforms.
• Innovation & Brainstorming:
  Explore scientific and technical literature and publications, identify new technical or marketing opportunities and serve as a creative catalyst for potential new technology discoveries and innovative ingredient communication. Brainstorm novel testing approaches to support claims for active ingredients and product performance.
• Claims Management & Testing Coordination:
  Manage the product claims process by collecting requests from US Marketing, reviewing the existing test platform to ensure all claims are being addressed, and working closely with Safety and Analytical teams to coordinate necessary product testing and analysis. Collaborate with the Clinical Evaluation team to schedule and oversee clinical, instrumental, and consumer testing.
• Data Analysis & Reporting:
  Analyze test results, provide technical support and interpretation of findings for both internal teams and external stakeholders. Prepare and issue technical dossiers for new products and modifications to existing products.
• Public Relations & External Communication:
  Provide scientific support for public relations activities, acting as a technical expert for media inquiries and other external communication initiatives. Prepare presentations or briefings for press events or conferences.

• Education:
  
  A Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related science or engineering discipline is required. A Master’s degree or Ph.D. is preferred.
• Experience:
  
  5–7+ years of experience in the cosmetic/personal care or a related industry with a background in claims substantiation and scientific communication is required. Experience in skincare or suncare is a plus.
• Project Management & Organization:
  Demonstrated ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects concurrently, and effectively navigate a matrix organization.
• Communication & Presentation
  
  Skills:
  
  Excellent communication and presentation skills, including the ability to clearly articulate complex technical information to large groups of professionals.
• Global Collaboration & Communication:
  Experience working in international, multidisciplinary environments with global teams, and excellent communication skills (oral, written, and presentation) for diverse audiences, both technical and non‑technical.
• Strategic Thinking & Creativity: A strategic thinker with demonstrated ability to think “outside…