For 115 years, L'Oréal, the world's leading beauty player, has devoted itself to one thing only: fulfilling the beauty aspirations of consumers around the world. With our broad portfolio of 37 international brands and ambitious sustainability commitments in our L'Oréal for the Future program, we offer every person around the world the best in terms of quality, efficacy, safety, sincerity and responsibility, while celebrating beauty in its infinite plurality. Today, L'Oréal India is present on all distribution channels with 27 brands, available in consumer channels (L'Oréal Paris, Garnier, Maybelline New York, NYX Professional Makeup); in hair and beauty salons (L'Oréal Professionnel, Matrix, Kérastase, Redken); in selective distribution (Kiehl's, Lancôme, Yves Saint Laurent), CeraVe and La Roche-Posay in pharmacies and drugstores, and perfumes and make-up sold through L'Oréal International Distribution (Armani, Prada, Valentino, Ralph Lauren, Diesel, Victor & Rolf, Mugler, Azzaro, Maison Margiela, Cacharel, Guy Laroche, Urban Decay, Paloma Picasso, Youth To The People).

L'Oréal India employs more than 1,800 people in its head office in Mumbai, four regional offices, two production plants in Chakan (Maharashtra) and Baddi (Himachal Pradesh), two Research and Innovation centers in Mumbai (Maharashtra) and Bengaluru (Karnataka) and one India Technology Hub in Hyderabad. In addition to the group's CSR commitments, L'Oréal's brands (L'Oréal Paris, Garnier, Maybelline Recent York, Kérastase, Matrix, L'Oréal Professionnel) are also leading community impact initiatives in India

At L'Oréal Research & Innovation, we don't just observe science; Across our global research hubs, over 4,000 scientists push the boundaries of green sciences, biotechnology, and augmented beauty to create sustainable, inclusive products for every skin and hair type across the globe.

You will lead advanced chemical characterization for cosmetic formulations and raw materials, reporting to the Analytical Chemistry Lead within our Bengaluru R&I; Hub.



Operating within our global network—backed by over €1.380 Bn invested in Research & Innovation in 2025—you ensure formula safety and efficacy across diverse product lines.

Develop, optimise, and validate fit-for-purpose analytical methods to screen raw materials, supporting Augmented Beauty initiatives that combine advanced science and precision technology

Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot high-resolution mass spectrometers (HRMS), HPLC/UPLC, and GC systems to maintain testing accuracy

Partner with formulation, safety, and regulatory teams to translate complex spectral data into clear technical reports and actionable stability insights.

Maintain rigorous laboratory safety records and documentation in line with global quality standards.

You combine scientific rigor with a collaborative mindset to solve complex analytical puzzles. Analytical Chemistry & Mass Spectrometry: Demonstrated track record running autonomous LC-MS/MS and GC-MS analyses, method validation, and complex spectral data interpretation.

Scientific Problem-Solving: Ability to partner transversally with formulation, product development, and regulatory teams on technical investigations

Quality & Laboratory Compliance: Commitment to upholding stringent laboratory safety protocols, data integrity, and precise record-keeping

Scientific Communication: A place for you to leave your comfort zone and grow beyond your potential (here, you'll be encouraged to try new things and take risks!)

An environment where people of every ethnicity, social background, age, religion, gender and sexual orientation as well as people with disabilities are accepted, can speak up, will thrive and are celebrated!

Many of our brands have societal/environmental causes to make a concrete difference

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📌 Chemistry Research Scientist (Bengaluru)
🏢 L'Oreal
📍 Bengaluru