Pc Clinicals Hot Room Assessment Leader Job at Unilever (Port Sunlight)

Job Description

This role exists to deliver end‑to‑end leadership of Clinical Hot Room studies, generating robust, high‑quality evidence to support antiperspirant technology development and product claims, with a strong focus on participant safety, data integrity, and scientific excellence. You will contribute to work that directly underpins innovation, market launches, and consumer trust in Unilever brands. As part of the role, you will take responsibility for managing the daily activities of the Hot Room team in the delivery of the programme of studies. You’ll be part of a team that believes in doing work that matters — for people and the planet.

Job Responsibility

Lead Hot Room testing of antiperspirant efficacy on panels of human participants, in alignment with the Deodorants R&D Programme, including resource management, study setup, execution, and reporting in line with approved protocols, SOPs, and ethical requirements
Lead the scheduling of quarterly test plans in collaboration with Hot Room colleagues based at the Leeds R&D site aligned to the Deodorants R&D priorities
Manage end‑to‑end Hot Room study delivery, from participant scheduling and product handling through to data collection and reporting
Treat panellists according to test protocols
all panellists being dealt with professionally, courteously and according to the Consumer Centre Code of Conduct and Clinicals Standard Operating Procedures
Lead the recruitment and screening of new participants for the Hot Room panels and organise and deliver the annual consenting and medical screening for the Hot Room panels
Manage protocol development, study amendments, SOP’s, and risk assessments, including the annual ethical review and update of the generic Hot Room protocol
Support Hot Room team members in managing their daily tasks to facilitate study delivery and ensuring that all their training requirements are fulfilled
Become proficient in the use of the Ho Room JMP software to accurately capture and analyse study data, ensuring compliance with Clinicals and Unilever data governance requirements
Manage the execution of external Hot Room studies at external research organizations, encompassing protocol development, setup, execution, and reporting

Requirements

Degree (BSc) in a scientific or life‑science discipline, or practical experience in human clinical studies with proof of numerical and literacy skills at GCSE level, or equivalent
Good understanding and application of sound clinical practice principles, with strong awareness of ethics and participant safety requirements
High attention to detail with a proven ability to deliver accurate, robust data and study documentation
Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams

Nice to have

Experience in cosmetic, personal care, or consumer health clinical research
Familiarity with managing teams in a collaborative and effective manner
Experience working with electronic data capture systems and clinical databases

What we offer

Competitive salary
Pension scheme
Annual bonus
Subsidised gym membership
Discounted staff shop
Shares
Flexible working options
Wellbeing support including hubs, programmes and development opportunities
Family-friendly and inclusive workplace

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