R&D Senior Chemist

We are seeking R&D Senior Chemist to join our team. The R&D Senior Chemist will lead formulation development, optimize existing products, and drive innovation in skin care, cosmetics, and oral care. This role requires strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work cross-functionally to bring products from concept to commercialization.

Responsibilites:

• Formulation Development: Design, develop, and optimize innovative and stable formulations for skin care, cosmetics, and oral care products (e.g., creams, serums, shampoos, toothpaste, etc.).
  
• Technical Leadership: Provide expertise in raw material selection, stability testing, and scalability for manufacturing.
  
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure formulations meet global regulatory standards (FDA, EU, ISO, COSMOS, etc.).
  
• Testing & Validation: Conduct stability, compatibility, and performance testing to ensure product efficacy and safety.
  
• Process Improvement: Troubleshoot production issues and refine formulations for cost-efficiency without compromising quality.
  
• Documentation: Maintain detailed lab records, SOPs, and technical reports for internal and client review.
  
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with Marketing, QA/QC, and Production teams to align R&D efforts with business goals.
  
• Guide junior chemists and lab technicians in best practices and innovation.
  
  
  

Requirements

• Strong expertise in cosmetic chemistry, emulsion systems, surfactants, and polymer science.
  
• Proficiency in formulating skin care (e.g., anti-aging, moisturizers), cosmetics (makeup, colorants), and/or oral care products.
  
• Experience with rheology modifiers, preservative systems, and active ingredients (e.g., peptides, retinoids, hyaluronic acid).
  
• Knowledge of GMP, ISO 22716, and regulatory guidelines for cosmetics/personal care.
  
• Familiarity with lab equipment (e.g., viscometers, pH meters, FTIR, HPLC).
  
  Soft Skills:

• Innovative mindset with a passion for developing cutting-edge products.
  
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and project management skills.
  
• Excellent communication (written & verbal) for cross-departmental collaboration.
  
• Leadership ability to mentor junior team members.
  

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor s/Master s degree in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
  
• Additional certifications (e.g., SCC Diploma, Regulatory Affairs) are a plus.
  

Preferred Experience:

• 5+ years in R&D formulation within skin care, cosmetics, or oral care.
  
• Experience in private label/OEM manufacturing is highly desirable.
  
• Proven track record of successful product launches.
  
  
  

Benefits

• Career growth & learning opportunities
  
• Team-building & fun work culture
  
• Performance bonuses as per company policy