Chanel Bioclinical Evaluation Technician
About Chanel
Chanel is an iconic French luxury house with globally recognised fashion, beauty and fragrance maisons. The Parfums Beauté division combines haute perfumery and rigorous scientific research to develop premium cosmetic and fragrance products. As an employer, Chanel emphasises discretion, craftsmanship, scientific excellence and cross-disciplinary collaboration within a high-performance luxury environment.
Chanel in Pantin seeks a Bioclinical Evaluation Technician (contract) for Parfums Beauté R&D, executing clinical tests and instrumental skin evaluations.
Role & Responsibilities
- Execute bioclinical evaluation protocols for cosmetic and fragrance products, including in vivo patch tests and non‑invasive instrumental measurements.
- Prepare, label and manage biological and instrumental samples; ensure chain-of-custody and accurate sample documentation.
- Operate and maintain skin analysis instrumentation (e.g., corneometer, cutometer, chromameter, TEWL devices) and verify calibration.
- Collect, clean and enter study data; perform basic quality-control checks and contribute to study reports and result summaries.
- Ensure strict compliance with internal quality systems, Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and relevant cosmetics regulations (including ISO/good manufacturing guidelines where applicable).
- Coordinate with internal R&D scientists, safety assessors and external CROs; assist in subject recruitment logistics and on-site study operations when required.
Qualifications
- BTS/DUT or Licence level in biology, biochemistry, cosmetic science, pharmacy laboratory technician training, or equivalent.
- Practical experience in bioclinical or cosmetic testing laboratories (ideally 1–3 years).
- Knowledge of GLP and cosmetics regulatory constraints (e.g., ISO 22716 and EU Cosmetics Regulation) and experience with clinical/bioclinical protocols.
- Rigorous laboratory practice, meticulous documentation and strong sense of confidentiality.
- Ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional R&D teams and liaise with external partners.
Skills
Experience
Minimum 1–3 years of hands-on experience in bioclinical, cosmetic or biological testing environments; prior exposure to non‑invasive skin measurement techniques and clinical study execution is strongly preferred.
Education
BTS/DUT or Licence (Bac+2/3) in Biology, Biochemistry, Cosmetic Science, Pharmaceutical Technology or equivalent laboratory qualification.
Workplace
This position is based in Pantin, Île-de-France, France, within easy reach of Paris.
Culture
Chanel fosters a culture of discretion, creativity and scientific rigour, where craftsmanship and innovation intersect. The Parfums Beauté R&D teams operate in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment that values precision, ethical standards and long‑term product excellence.
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