Cosmetic Chemist

Chemist

Chemist Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking an R&D Chemist for a Contract-to-hire opportunity with the Client. If you’re passionate about developing formulations that bring new technologies to life and are ready to take the next step in your scientific career, trust The Experts at Hiring Experts.

Pay: $26-28/hour
Location: Carson, CA
Schedule: Day Shift Mon‑Fri

The Client is an industry-leading company driving innovation through advanced formulation development. In this role, you will be responsible for creating and optimizing formulations for various applications, ensuring technical accuracy, compliance with regulatory standards, and successful transition from the lab to production. You will collaborate closely with R&D leadership, suppliers, and cross‑functional teams to develop high‑quality products that meet client specifications and performance expectations.

• Develop new formulations and modify existing ones in alignment with project goals and customer needs.
• Maintain proper documentation in lab notebooks, including formulation data, procedures, specifications, and stability information.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment such as pH meters, viscometers, and moisture analyzers.
• Gather and analyze stability data on formulations under evaluation, reporting issues promptly to the R&D Manager.
• Write detailed manufacturing procedures and finished product specifications for production batches.
• Supervise or assist with initial production batches to ensure consistency and scalability.
• Stay current on new raw materials, technologies, and regulatory requirements by attending seminars and engaging with suppliers.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and customers regarding formulation progress and product performance.

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or a related scientific discipline.
• 1+ years of experience of formulation within Skincare/haircare/OTC required.
• Hands‑on experience in formulation chemistry, preferably with surfactant systems, emulsions, and dispersion formulations.
• Strong laboratory skills, including data recording, method development, and analytical testing.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements is relevant to product formulations.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. and operate standard laboratory equipment safely.

Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry – even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means our team of expert Science & Clinical recruiters will have access to your profile, making your opportunities limitless.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce.

Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.