R&D Chemist (Junior Level) - Cosmetics & Skincare

Title: Chemist

Reports to: Director of Color & Innovation

Department: R&D - Color

Responsibility

Summary:

The Chemist will be responsible for analyzing batches, measuring physical parameters such as Viscosity, pH, and Density, interacting with vendors, documenting, collaborating with supervisor, and entering formulation.

The Chemist is responsible for supporting the company's business events through a variety of tasks, including:

• Maintain a lab note book
• Make batches
• Create ingredient qualitative and quantitative list
• Check next day specification from previous day batch
• Follow up with on-going st abilities
• Communicate with raw material vendors
• Attend in-house vendor presentations
  
  Enter formulation into the company formulator
• Review results with supervisor
• Analyze lab batch measuring physical parameters:
  Viscosity, pH, and Density
• Assist in the formulation and development of innovative skin care and color cosmetic products, including line extensions and product improvements
• Support in color matching and formulation adjustments
• Support compliance with color regulations and internal quality standards
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure proper organization of raw materials and samples

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry (or Biology that has had chemistry and organic chemistry classes)
• 2- 5 years of experience in R&D, formulation, emulsions, and other forms of color product formulations
• Well organized and highly detail oriented
• Must work well with others and communicate effectively
• Strong understanding of cosmetic raw materials, formulation principles, production equipment
• Strong color matching skills
• Ability to lift and carry up to 10-15 pounds

The approximate pay range for this position is $60,000 - $68,000. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities.

The benefit package includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Special Paid Leave for employees’ personal events
• Company Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with employer match
• Year-End Gift