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Science & technology

From small improvements to big ideas, innovation enables us to meet people's needs and aspirations in ways that engage and appeal.

Unilever scientistWorld class reasearch & development

Unilever has a clear goal to drive the growth of our world-leading brands through fast, large-scale, exciting innovation. R&D are at the heart of this, combining world-class science with deep consumer insight to produce new technology that delights consumers around the world.

As a multi-national company, our R&D capability consists of six principal research and development laboratories around the world: two in the UK (Colworth House and Port Sunlight), one in the Netherlands (Vlaardingen), one in the US (Trumbull), one in China (Shanghai) and one in India (Mumbai). They work seamlessly with a network of global and regional technology centres who provide the next generation of products for the Unilever companies throughout the world.

Our R&D professionals continue to deliver breakthrough innovations and products that ensure that our consumers feel good, look good and get the best out of life. With Unilever products, you can be sure you are getting the best.

Our brands

From healthy food brands to sensuous soaps, our products all have one thing in common. They help you get more out of life.

Careers

As one of the country's best consumer goods companies, we offer people with talent, passion and integrity some of the country's greatest careers.