R&D Chemist (Consumer goods)

Our client is an international cosmetics company, seeking for someone to be the R&D Chemist (Consumer Goods)!

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$22/hr

Position Overview:

This R&D Chemist (consumer goods) position is within the Product Development and R&D laboratory. This is a unique opportunity for an individual to join a collaborative team testing a wide variety of products under cGMP/GLP regulations. This is R&D Chemist (consumer goods) position is a full-time, dayshift role.

Responsibilities of the R&D Chemist (Consumer Goods):

• Providing support to make batches of cosmetic/personal care products (from scratch or improve existing formulas) and test the formulation and stability of those batches
• Carrying out routine tasks accurately and following strict methodologies to carry out measurements
• Operating standard laboratory equipment, i.e., centrifuges, titrators, pH meters, rheometers, etc.
• Performing routine tests on products such as measuring pH, specific gravity, viscosity, as well as sensory testing of color, odor, appearance and texture
• Keeping track of comprehensive and accurate test results
• Working upon multiple development topics and projects as required

Required Experience/Skills for the R&D Chemist (Consumer Goods):

• Comfortable working within an R&D laboratory setting and knowledgeable about the requirements of operating & maintaining an R&D laboratory
• Self-starter who can be effective with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with all levels of the company
• Consistent in writing and the ability to prepare concise, timely and accurate reports
• Must have hands-on experience in research and development within the consumer goods space.
• Must have a desire to build a career within the personal care/cosmetic industry.

Preferred Experience/Skills for the R&D Chemist (Consumer Goods):

• 3 – 6 months experience in R&D in the consumer goods industry.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant science such as Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Biochemistry. No graduate degrees.

Benefits:

• 2 Weeks Paid Vacation.
• Medical.
• Dental.
• Vision.
• 401k plus.

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