R&D Associate Fixed-Term Contract (Mira-VE)

R&D Associate Fixed-Term Contract (Mira-VE) Join us to apply for the R&D Associate Fixed-Term Contract (Mira-VE) role at Reckitt. We are Reckitt, home to the world's best loved and trusted hygiene, health, and nutrition brands. Our purpose defines why we exist: to protect, heal and nurture in the relentless pursuit of a cleaner, healthier world. We are a global team united by this purpose. Join us in our fight to make access to the highest quality hygiene, wellness, and nutrition a right and not a privilege. Research & Development: In Research and Development, we employ highly skilled scientists, engineers, medical, clinical and regulatory professionals. We work to create a cleaner, healthier world, with nine Centres of Excellence, continually seeking new opportunities using science, entrepreneurship and fearless innovation to develop and enhance our existing portfolio, never compromising on quality or performance. We do the right thing by acting responsibly and with integrity, complying with regulatory legislation across the globe while ensuring our products are safe and of the highest quality. The size of our organisation gives you the opportunity to learn and work in different functions within R&D, gaining exposure to different disciplines, teams and environments. You will also have access to our Research and Development Academy, designed to develop your team and help you grow within our organisation. About The Role A challenging and dynamic R&D Associate position to support the implementation of global projects and initiatives in the field of fabric care products. From feasibility studies to successful market launches. Due to short decision‑making processes and flat hierarchies, you will work exceptionally independently and constantly master new and unknown situations. Your responsibilities Deliver projects efficiently, ensuring all technical and consumer usage aspects are well understood and explored. Use a wide breadth of viewpoint when analysing a problem whilst maintaining a focus on objectives. Ensure proper coordination of laboratory activities while keeping key stakeholders well informed. Have knowledge of laboratory techniques for bench work. Be responsible for ensuring all development activities on assigned projects conform to legislative, health and safety and environmental requirements, including adoption and tracking of laboratory best practices. Participate in projects and teams, carrying out: Production of lab samples Performance tests Stability tests Support to industrial trials Specification setting Product scale‑up with supply chain Present the results of tests and investigations to the Senior Associate or Manager, using the appropriate format and mentioning any issues or unusual results. The experience we're looking for Must hold at least a master’s degree in Chemistry or related discipline. Proven technical and scientific experience in one or more R&D areas. Strong organisational and coordinating skills that can be applied in a laboratory environment. A bias for action; excellent analytical and interpersonal skills. Ability to understand requirements during practical implementation of innovation at a manufacturing set‑up is essential. Good knowledge of English is necessary; proficiency in English is an advantage. The skills for success Displays a high sense of urgency and speed of action but always delivers with full commitment. Communicates respectfully, openly and in a timely manner. Engages others by sharing ideas and learnings. Understands the importance of teamwork to reach goals and deliver on time every challenge. Shows determination to deliver and never gives up, despite obstacles. Does not wait to be asked or told but identifies what needs to be done to ensure objectives are delivered. What we offer We offer a 12‑month temporary contract. With inclusion at the heart of everything we do, we support our people at every step of their career journey, helping them to succeed in their own individual way. We invest in the wellbeing of our people through parental benefits, an Employee Assistance Program to promote mental health, and life insurance for all employees globally. We have a range of other benefits in line with the local market. Through our global share plans we offer the opportunity to save and share in Reckitt's potential future successes. For eligible roles, we also offer short‑term incentives to recognise, appreciate and reward your work for delivering outstanding results. You will be rewarded in line with Reckitt's pay for performance philosophy. Equality We recognise that in real life, great people don't always 'tick all the boxes'. That's why we hire for potential as well as experience. Even if you don't meet every point on the job description, if this role and our company feels like a good fit for you, we still want to hear from you. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability or medical condition; colour, ethnicity, race, citizenship and national origin; religion, faith; pregnancy, family status and caring responsibilities; sexual orientation; sex, gender identity, gender expression, and transgender identity; protected veteran status; size or any other basis protected by appropriate law. J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: Veneto, IT

Posted Date: 11/4/2025