R&D Lab Technician; Temp

About The Goodkind Co

Founded in 2010 and based in the Austin area, Goodkind is a leading manufacturer of clean and green personal care and beauty products. Goodkind specializes in natural deodorant, skincare, and facial care products. The company has a wealth of experience in the formulation of these products and can develop according to a variety of guidelines from consumer organizations such as Ecocert to EWG, to retailers such as Credo or Sephora.

Goodkind is a certified B Corporation. As such, we balance purpose and profit, considering the impact of decisions across associates, customers, suppliers, community, and the environment. Goodkind believes by following this central multi‑stakeholder approach, we are creating optimal value for each stakeholder while leaving the world a better place.

About The Role

In this entry‑level role, we are seeking an individual who is passionate about personal care and beauty products, formulation and how for‑profit business can bring positive change to the world. As part of our Research & Development team, the right individual will support the team across a broad array of activities in the lab. This will include assisting in the development of new products, conducting stability and other tests, sample production, labeling, and organization/maintenance of R&D raw materials.

• Assist R&D formulation chemists in new product development processes. This includes lab experiments, product sampling, and other relevant tasks as assigned by R&D management and formulation chemists.
• Generate, update, and maintain documentation relevant for lab experiments and R&D related tasks and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to help ensure the successful commercialization of new products.
• Follow stability testing protocols to perform analytical testing and organoleptic evaluations to ensure products meet requirements for a 2‑year shelf life.
• Manage and maintain R&D raw material inventory, including prepping for batches and storing materials at the end of the day.
• Assist in instrument calibrations and daily/weekly recurring tasks necessary to maintain the R&D laboratory.
• Other duties as assigned by R&D management and senior R&D team members.

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, or a similar field of study.
• 1+ year experience in a professional laboratory (internships, college laboratory or full‑time positions) preferred, especially in a Research & Development lab, and/or related to the Beauty & Personal Care industry.
• Self‑starter, detail‑oriented, strong communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work with tight deadlines and a dynamic work environment.

• This role is a 3‑month contract role.
• Monday‑Friday.
• Pay: $20/hr.

• Entry level.

• Contract.

• Management and Manufacturing.

• Personal Care Product Manufacturing.

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