We are looking to connect with experienced professionals who can support our Clinical Studies of Hair and Scalp Care Products on a flexible basis. Flexibility and the ability to work around evolving study schedules are important.
Purpose of the post:
Eurofins Alba is seeking a Consultant Trichologist to support clinical studies of hair care, scalp care, personal care and cosmetic products at our clinical testing facility in Edinburgh.
This consultant position allows trichology professionals to contribute their specialist expertise while supporting Eurofins Alba’s work in delivering high-quality, ethical and scientifically robust consumer and clinical studies.
The Consultant Trichologist will support studies involving hair and scalp product assessment, including areas such as scalp condition, dandruff, hair strength, hair shedding, hair density, scalp tolerance, hair appearance and product suitability.
- Reviewing study protocols, amendments and relevant study documentation.
- Conducting or supporting protocol-specified hair and scalp evaluations at agreed study timepoints.
- Providing specialist advice on hair and scalp assessment methodologies, grading scales, imaging approaches, equipment requirements, procedures and required instrumentation.
- Supporting assessment of hair and scalp parameters such as dandruff, scalp dryness, scalp redness, irritation, hair shedding, hair breakage, hair density and general hair or scalp condition.
- Advising on participant suitability, scalp-related findings and hair/scalp health considerations.
- Reviewing and, where appropriate, providing specialist input or endorsement of study findings where trichology expertise is required, including claims such as “Trichologist Approved”, where applicable and supported by study data.
- Supporting the review and management of deviations, adverse events or scalp-related findings, where required.
- Maintaining appropriate professional competence, training, CPD and knowledge within the field of trichology and related specialist areas.
- Working with the Eurofins Alba clinical team to ensure studies are conducted to appropriate ethical, quality and safety standards.
- Undertaking any other consultant duties commensurate with the nature and responsibility of the role as reasonably required.