Job Description

Function:

R & D

Location:

Darmstadt, DE

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid

Working Student – Laboratory Science & Product Development

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented

Working Student

to join our laboratory team on a one-year contract. In this role, you will support a wide range of laboratory operations, contributing directly to product testing, analytical evaluations, and prototype development.



This position offers a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in an industrial R&D environment, working alongside experienced scientists and engineers. You will actively participate in daily laboratory routines — from

product performance testing

to

analytical measurements

such as pH, viscosity, density, and appearance — and will progressively take ownership of defined projects, including planning, execution, and data analysis.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct laboratory testing using a variety of established scientific and analytical methods. Perform and document analytical measurements (e.g., color analysis, spectrometry pH, rheology). Analyze and evaluate test results, providing clear documentation and insights. Support the development and preparation of product demos and prototypes. Assist with raw material ordering and other laboratory administrative tasks. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure accurate data reporting and continuous improvement in testing procedures.

What We Offer

Exposure to a professional

research and development environment

. Practical experience in

analytical testing, data evaluation, and product formulation

. Guidance and mentorship from industry experts. Opportunities to enhance your technical, organizational, and communication skills. A dynamic and supportive workplace that values initiative, precision, and scientific curiosity.

Your Profile

Enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, or a related scientific discipline. Strong interest in laboratory work and analytical testing. Reliable, organized, and detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving. Comfortable working independently as well as within a team.

QUALIFICATIONS

Ongoing scientific studies, ideally in final year. Good practical laboratory skills. Ideally experience of laboratory batch making and experience on lab test methods. Good knowledge of MS Office Good communication skills - written and verbal, Fluent in English

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT AT WELLA

Attractive compensation package with a fixed monthly salary and benefits Lunch Time - subsidized cafeteria & Coffee Bar Experience beauty - exclusive access to our beauty brands and product world, regular employee sales, and great activities on the Beauty Campus A collegial working atmosphere at an employer with an appreciative corporate culture Internationality - Operating in an international work and corporate environment with interesting projects Flat hierarchies, open communication and an international as well as diverse environment in which the "WE" is in the foreground!

Become a part of the "WELLA- family" and participate in the rebuilding of our independence.

We live our values! #wellafamily