Sr. Chemist- (R&D)

Title: Sr. Chemist

Reports to: Director of Color & Innovation

Department: R&D

Responsibilities:

• Formulate and facilitate development of innovative skin care products, line extensions and product improvements.
• Identify new/improved formulation technologies and implement them to meet project needs.
• Interact with customers and provide technical support via oral, presentation and written venues.
• Proactively scan and research new concepts, materials, technical opportunities and partnerships.
• Interfaces with all departments throughout the company and interacts with material suppliers.
• Monitor product stability for your own formulas.
• Effectively manage projects and provide weekly status reports.
• Supervise, mentor, teach, and lead junior chemists in color cosmetics formulation and color matching.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in developing skin care formulations.
• Must have experience in OTC product development.
• SPF and color formulation experience is preferred.
• Strong understanding of formulations and scale-up.
• Detail oriented, highly organized and excellent communication skills are necessary

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k match