Chemist, Skincare Formulation Development, Research & Innovation

Chemist, Skincare Development – L'Oréal Research & Innovation, Clark, New Jersey

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Join us at L’Oréal, the world’s number one beauty company present in over 150 markets. For over a century, we have been transforming beauty, fueled by data, tech, innovation, and science. We tackle big challenges while staying committed to making the world a more inclusive and better place for everyone and our planet. At L’Oréal Research & Innovation, we push the boundaries of science and technology, investing heavily in cutting‑edge research to understand skin, hair, and the microbiome, discover new active ingredients, and launch high‑performing formulas.

We are seeking a Chemist to join our Skincare Development team in our Clark, NJ facility for Research & Innovation. You will create, coordinate, and implement innovative skincare product development programs to support our innovation strategies. Your responsibilities include developing robust, technically sound formulation solutions that meet safety, regulatory, and quality requirements; initiating lab‑scale experimentation; evaluating compatibility and stability; and ensuring a smooth transition of innovative products through development to manufacturing.

You will work in a matrix‑reporting organization, collaborating with both local R&I and international teams.

• Develop new and robust skincare formulations correlating the relationship between ingredients and performance.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver on aggressive timelines with maximized operational efficiency.
• Consider processing, operating, and design factors that affect skincare formulations.
• Apply creativity and resourcefulness to solve issues that may arise during product development or in anticipation of pilot plant or manufacturing challenges.
• Support brand post‑launch activities, including participation in lab events with external guests to showcase formulation expertise and brand superiority.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Data Science, or a related scientific/engineering discipline is required. A Master’s degree is a plus.
• Experience: 1‑3 years of hands‑on experience in formulation research, ideally in a personal care or cosmetic field.
• Experience in skincare is a plus.
• Proven experience in research and development, demonstrating a project‑oriented mindset focused on delivering robust, innovative, and highly functional products.
• Skills & Attributes:
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects concurrently, fostering collaborative relationships with diverse teams.
• Desire to learn and integrate market trends and consumer insights, enabling the development of strategic and relevant formulation approaches.
• Innovator: challenges the status quo and strives for excellence.
• Entrepreneur: takes accountability for projects with courage and transparency.
• Integrator: fosters cooperation for agility in projects and encourages communication across teams.
• Problem‑Solver: demonstrates sound judgment and decision‑making supported by results, utilizing all available expertise.
• Research‑Minded: digs into detailed analysis, measurement, and utilizes the scientific method to support formulation efforts.
• The ability to lift 25 lbs (11.3 kg) – required.
• The ability to be onsite at the office/laboratory at least 4 days a week – required.
• Authorization to work in the United States on a full‑time, permanent basis – required. No immigration support or sponsorship offered for this role.

• Place to grow beyond your potential, encouraged to try new things and take risks.
• Real responsibility from day one.
• Inclusive environment embracing people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities.
• Opportunity to contribute to societal and environmental causes.
• Base salary range: $65,400 – $91,500 (actual…