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How & where we work

Innovation is right at the heart of Unilever, and our dynamic R&D environment attracts top-class scientists who enjoy the best of both worlds – being at the cutting edge of technology and seeing their work deliver real benefits daily.

Phil Evans with drinks

Unilever R&D opens global Centre of Excellence for Drinks in the UK

Colworth Science Park, 14 May 2008: Unilever, the world's biggest tea company, today opened its global R&D Centre of Excellence for Drinks in the United Kingdom.

On the map

On the map

We have research and technology centres around the world, from China to Brazil.  Take a look at our R&D network.

Colworth

Colworth

Based in Bedfordshire, Unilever's Colworth laboratory has an impressive history of innovation. Over 50 years it has built a reputation for scientific excellence in a number of fields.

Port Sunlight

Port Sunlight

Where it all began. Take a look inside our biggest R&D centre, on the site where William Lever built the first factory over 100 years ago.

Yann Leray

People profiles

Some of our employees give you an insight into the opportunities in R&D in Unilever.

Careers

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

Our brands

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