Formulations Chemist (Personal Care & Cosmetics)

Our client is a personal care manufacturing company specializing in skincare, hair care, and cosmetic product development. We are seeking a Formulations Chemist (Personal Care & Cosmetics) to join our client’s innovative R&D team.

Salary / Hourly Rate :

$90k – $100k Annually

Position Overview :

This role focuses on developing and testing a wide range of personal care and cosmetic products. The ideal candidate will have hands-on formulation experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to mentor junior chemists. This position also supports manufacturing scale-up, lab documentation, and process improvements.

Responsibilities of the Formulations Chemist (Personal Care & Cosmetics) :

• Develop and refine formulations for skincare, hair care, personal care, and color cosmetics.
• Conduct product testing and troubleshoot formulation challenges.
• Supervise and mentor junior chemists in lab activities and technical development.
• Maintain accurate lab records and follow cGMP procedures.
• Support lab efficiency initiatives and manage raw material data.
• Participate in internal meetings and provide technical updates.
• Assist with project management, customer calls, and documentation of lab procedures and specifications.
• Attend scale-up and manufacturing runs to ensure successful product transition.
• Stay current with industry trends by attending cosmetic seminars and meetings.

Required Experience / Skills for the Formulations Chemist (Personal Care & Cosmetics) :

Preferred Experience / Skills for the Formulations Chemist (Personal Care & Cosmetics) :

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