Associate Researcher

<div><h3>Purpose of the Role</h3><p>The Research Associate supports the<b>Research&Development Manager</b>in the formulation, testing, and innovation of new products across<b>Personal Care,</b><b>Home Care, Institutional, and Water Treatment</b>categories. This role combines hands-on laboratory work, technical research, and compliance monitoring to ensure that developed formulations meet the highest standards of<b>Formulation Development,</b><b>safety, stability, efficacy, and regulatory compliance</b>.</p><p>As a Research Associate, the individual contributes to the company’s innovation pipeline, strengthens product quality, and supports continuous improvement initiatives in line with Reza Hygiene’s strategic growth.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><p>Area</p><p>What Success Looks Like</p><h3>Formulation Development</h3><ul><li>Develop, test, and optimize product formulations across multiple categories.</li><li>Ensure formulations meet safety, efficacy, and stability standards.</li><li>Troubleshoot and resolve formulation challenges during scale-up and production.</li></ul><h3>Research&Innovation</h3><ul><li>Conduct research into new ingredients, technologies, and market trends.</li><li>Provide technical input into innovation projects and product improvement initiatives.</li><li>Benchmark competitor products and provide insights for differentiation.</li></ul><h3>Testing&Evaluation</h3><ul><li>Perform stability, compatibility, and performance testing on formulations.</li><li>Analyze test results and implement improvements to formulations.</li><li>Document all findings and provide clear reports to stakeholders.</li></ul><h3>Regulatory Compliance&Quality</h3><ul><li>Ensure compliance with local and international product regulations.</li><li>Collaborate with QA teams to maintain product quality standards.</li><li>Support audits and provide technical documentation when required.</li></ul><h3>Documentation&Reporting</h3><ul><li>Maintain accurate laboratory records, test reports, and formulation logs.</li><li>Prepare technical reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.</li></ul><h3>Health, Safety&Environment</h3><ul><li>Apply best practices in laboratory safety, including chemical handling and waste disposal.</li><li>Follow 5S methodology to maintain a clean and organized lab environment.</li><li>Identify and report any HSE risks; contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.</li></ul><h3>Collaboration</h3><ul><li>Work effectively within cross-functional teams (QA, Production, Regulatory, and Commercial).</li><li>Demonstrate professionalism and teamwork, representing Reza with discipline and integrity.</li></ul><h3>KPIs&Measures of Success</h3><ul><li><b>Formulation Output:</b>Number of formulations successfully developed and transferred to production.</li><li><b>Testing Compliance:</b>% of tests completed on time; % of successful stability/efficacy outcomes.</li><li><b>Innovation Contribution:</b>Number of new ingredients/technologies assessed and proposed annually.</li><li><b>Regulatory Compliance:</b>Zero non-compliance findings during audits.</li><li><b>Documentation Quality:</b>Accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of lab records and reports.</li><li><b>Collaboration&Support:</b>Feedback from QA, Production, and R&D leadership on contribution and teamwork.</li><li><b>HSE Standards:</b>Zero lab safety incidents; compliance with chemical handling and waste disposal protocols.</li></ul><h3>SFIA Level 3 Behavioral Competencies (Apply)</h3><p>Competency</p><p>What It Looks Like in This Role</p><h3>Autonomy</h3><ul><li>Works under general direction in the laboratory environment, applying procedures and making independent decisions on routine tasks.</li><li>Escalates complex formulation or compliance issues to senior colleagues.</li></ul><h3>Influence</h3><ul><li>Contributes to project outcomes by providing technical input.</li><li>Influences colleagues through accurate data, professional reporting, and collaborative problem-solving.</li></ul><h3>Complexity</h3><ul><li>Performs varied laboratory and research activities, adapting methods to customer and regulatory needs.</li><li>Handles multiple projects simultaneously with structured prioritization.</li></ul><h3>Business Skills</h3><ul><li>Demonstrates professional communication, accurate record keeping, and reliability in delivery.</li><li>Shows initiative in learning new techniques and applying continuous improvement principles.</li></ul><h3>Required Skills&Experience</h3><ul><li>3–5 years’ relevant experience in product formulation and laboratory research, with mandatory experience in the pharmaceutical industry.</li><li>Strong knowledge of chemistry, formulation science, or related disciplines.</li><li>Familiarity with stability testing, laboratory methods, and regulatory compliance.</li><li>Proficiency in MS Office and laboratory documentation tools.</li></ul><h3>Qualifications</h3><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in<b>chemistry or pharmac