RID Sr. Scientist

Kelly Scientific is seeking a Sr. Scientist with cosmetics experience to join a growing RID team at a company developing and manufacturing topical skin + wound care products for companies worldwide.

Job Title : RID Sr. Scientist

Location :
Dallas metro area

Salary : $ + benefits (DOE)

Position Summary :
This Senior Scientist will be a major contributor to development activities and serve as a principal developer of formulation products applied in different delivery systems. The Senior Scientist will lead the formulation of a wide range of personal care products using existing and new technologies to support company-wide growth and future brand strategies. This role will ensure formulas meet the expected performance, safety and regulatory requirements, while experimenting with conventional and/or nonconventional/creative approaches.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Create formulas independently and follow up on product stability, with a solid understanding of the relationship between formulation and product development.

• Develop and optimize personal care product formulas.

• Lead and conduct bench trials to evaluate new and alternative raw materials

• Complete data analysis and interpretation to support conclusions with minimal supervision.

• Manage all aspects of pre-formulation to scale-up, including but not limited to process characterization, analytical test methods and technology transfer.

• Work closely with internal R&D, Manufacturing, QC, Client Services, Program Management and external collaborators on product development and QA issues.

• Mentor and provide technical directions to other scientists.

• Prepare laboratory batches for stability testing and other quality control procedures.

• Develop specifications for new and/or reformulated products, ensuring product quality.

• Serve as Lab Applications representative on cross-functional teams.

• Stay current on market trends and advancements in formulation materials, ingredients, and costs.

• Maintain meticulous laboratory notebook documentation adhering to Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) or similar standards.

• Interact with customers to help resolve issues as they arise or make necessary changes to meet the customer’s needs.

• Other duties may be assigned.

Essential Skills and Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, engineering, or a related technical field

• At least 10 years of relevant formulation experience in the personal care/cosmetics industry

• Proven experience with topical formulations , R&D, innovation, and ingredient interaction chemistry

• Extensive knowledge of skincare formulation chemistry and understanding of skincare, OTC, personal care, and medical devices

• Working knowledge of FDA regulations and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)

• Expertise in developing stable, aesthetically pleasing, and scalable formulations

• Strong knowledge of product innovation and development processes

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and deliver high-quality results

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills for engaging with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams

• Strong creative, analytical, and problem‑solving skills

• Ability to work independently, adapt to change, and take initiative

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and willingness to learn new software applications

• Preferred Skills and Qualifications :

• Advanced degrees (e.g., Master’s or Ph.D.) in a relevant scientific or technical field

• Experience with regulated products (e.g., OTC drugs, medical devices)

• Experience managing or mentoring junior scientists

• Familiarity with digital formulation tools, lab management systems, or innovation platforms

• Track record of building strong customer relationships and delivering consumer‑centric solutions

• Supervisory or…