Senior Chemist

• We are seeking an experienced Senior Research and Development Chemist to lead formulation efforts for personal care, cosmetics, and OTC products (sunscreens, anti-acne).
• This role involves developing product formulations, troubleshooting production issues, scaling up approved formulations, and ensuring compliance with FDA regulations and cGMPs.
• The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and technical expertise, driving innovation while overseeing lab staff and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and formulate cosmetic, personal care, and OTC products from concept to final production.
• Optimize formulations for cost reduction and improved performance.
• Ensure compliance with FDA regulations, cGMPs, and industry standards.
• Scale-up approved formulations, identifying critical process variables.
• Troubleshoot production issues and batch variations.
• Set product specifications and write compounding procedures.
• Supervise and coordinate pilot batches.
• Conduct vendor research for raw materials and manage ingredient specifications.
• Interpret laboratory findings, assess risks, and provide strategic recommendations.
• Train, mentor, and supervise lab staff.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, materials, and consumer insights.

Requirements:

• BS in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, Physical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related sciences with 8+ years of formulation experience (or an advanced degree with 6+ years).
• Proven expertise in advanced formulation techniques, regulatory compliance, and R&D.
• Strong understanding of FDA regulations and cGMPs.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, ability to work cross-functionally.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and formulation software.
• Preferred: PhD or Master's Degree with 10+ years of experience in personal care formulation.
  

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Analyst, Research, and Science

• Industries

  Biotechnology Research, Professional Services, and Research Services

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