PhD Summer Intern - Hair Care Strategic Technology Platform (pg)

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Research & Development (R&D) at Procter & Gamble is where business, innovation, and technology integrate to build a competitive advantage for P&G. Our mission is clear -- we deliver R&D to help P&G win with the over 5 billion consumers we serve worldwide. Our R&D professionals are diverse business and technical leaders who apply R&D mastery to deliver groundbreaking, technology-driven business models and capabilities for our iconic, trusted brands. Consumer Hair Care unmet needs continues to evolve in the naturals space.

We are seeking a highly motivated PhD Candidate to join the Hair Care Strategic Technology Platform team, located in Mason, OH, as a PhD Summer Intern. The PhD Intern will work in close collaboration with multifunctional project teams and lead upstream innovation programs to evaluate surface and core properties of consumer hair and how this drives consumer perception. This will be important to understand fundamental mechanisms, generate new insights, and develop R&D solutions that deliver outstanding benefits in our Hair Care products (e.g. Pantene Conditioners, Herbal Essences Shampoos, etc.).  These insights will have a meaningful influence on our business strategy and will enable our products to win with consumers and deliver balanced results for our Company.

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We are looking for a Ph.D. candidate in a STEM field, more specifically with expertise in natural products.

• Expertise of natural products and natural chemistry
• Expertise in analytical measurements (i.e. mass spectrometry and chromatography)
• Proficient in modeling analytical data
• Publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
• Passionate about the hands-on experiment work and demonstrate track record of leading innovation
• Strong mentor who is able to guide the work of others
• Team player and ability to work in a multi-functional organization

Compensation for roles at P&G varies depending on a wide array of non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, degree/credentials, relevant skill set, and level of relevant experience. At P&G compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Total rewards at P&G include salary + bonus (if applicable) + benefits.  Your recruiter may be able to share more about our total rewards offerings and the specific salary range for the relevant location(s) during the hiring process.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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