Chemist; Temporary; R&D Formulation Support

As the world's largest and most respected professional skincare company, our entrepreneurial spirit fosters personal well-being, creativity, integrity, a fast-paced culture, and a hands-on environment that encourages employees to be their best, bringing innovative solutions to reach the skincare professional and consumer. We're about change, innovation, and results. You will find that Dermalogica is a very special place, with tremendous opportunities ahead for us, all building upon a record of achievement.

Do you want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Become a part of the Dermalogica Research and Development team. We are looking for a talented Chemist to be based at the Corporate Headquarters in Carson working on-site with the R&D department in a temporary capacity.

Seeking a temporary R&D Chemist to support bench scale formulation, batching, and stability placement for skincare products. This is a hands-on, execution focused role supporting active development programs in the lab.

• Prepare bench scale batches following established formulas and SOPs
• Support stability setup including labeling, documentation, and sample placement
• Accurately record batch data, observations, and deviations
• Maintain lab organization, raw material handling, and equipment cleanliness
• Partner with formulation and stability teams to support active projects

• BS in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field
• 1–3 years hands on formulation or lab experience (cosmetics or personal care preferred)
• Strong bench skills including weighing, mixing, heating/cooling, and pH adjustment
• Familiarity with stability programs and sample tracking
• Detail-oriented with strong documentation and organizational skills
• Able to work independently with clear direction
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) for documentation and data entry

The position is based at the corporate headquarters in Carson, CA, and will be fully on-site, 5 days per week (no remote or hybrid). The pay rate for this role is $35 per hour.

Dermalogica is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive culture where all employees are valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.

Dermalogica was founded by a skin therapist, so we know how to create custom skin care solutions that work – not just today, but for life. We offer professional-grade skin care education, products, and services to skin therapists and customers alike.