Senior R&D Formulation Scientist

Kelly Science & Clinical is seeking a Principal R&D Chemist for adirect-hire opportunity with one of our clients, a leading personal care manufacturer in Miami, FL. If you’re passionate about bringing the latest scientific discoveries to life and are ready to take the next step in your career, trust The Experts at Hiring Experts.Salary: $110,000-$150,000 DOE + relocation assistanceShift: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pmWorkplace: Onsite in Miami FLResponsibilitiesResponsible for initiating project concepts, developing objectives, planning, and assigning priorities, and completing multiple projects under minimal supervision.Independently investigate/resolve research problems/scale up issues.Communicate with customers on technical aspects as well as regulatory and performance.Utilize and follow relevant legal requirements, regulations and product developmentstandards.Determine and perform appropriate cost reductions (raw materials).Scale-up of approved formulations, to include identification of critical process variables.Troubleshoot production issues and address batch variations.Set product specifications and write compounding procedures.Supervise and coordinate pilot batches.Provide paperwork for new formulas and new raw materials to operations.Provide specifications and other information to QC to receive and test new ingredients and finished goods.Research product formulations and properties and interactions of raw materials.Vendor research for raw materials.Compose and check ingredient lists, QQs and artwork.Interpret results of laboratory findings and assess risks involved in new products and communicate findings to sales and upper management.Remain up to date and current on trends in the retail market and trends on formulations materials, ingredients, etc.Training, mentoring and supervising lab staff (permanent and temporary).QualificationsBS in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, Physical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related sciences with 8+ years of formulating personal care products -OR- advanced degree in cosmetic chemistry and more than 6 years of experience.Advanced formulation skills and technical knowledgeThorough understanding of FDA regulations and cGMP’sDrives creative research and strategic recommendations for product development.Able to translate consumer insights into actionable recommendations to achieve exceptional consumer satisfaction.Proven ability to manage external suppliers and ensure top value and performance for the organization.Benefits: Medical – Employer pays 60 percent of the cost.Dental/Vision, Short Term Disability, 50k Life insurance- Free to an employee, Bell covers the cost.Supplemental insurance (Critical Care, Additional Life Insurance, Accidental care).Long Term Disability.401k – no limit on match.PTO- start with 14 days, after 1 year 15 days, after 3 years 20 days, etc.Sick pay- 6 days per year.Holiday pay- 9 paid holidays.EAP programsTuition reimbursement.Paid parental leave.What happens next:Once you apply, you’ll proceed to the next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry – even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means our team of expert Science & Clinical recruiters will have access to your profile, making your opportunities limitless.9337271 Miami, FL, US Scientific Bachelors Degree Full Time, Temporary Experienced (Non-Manager) On-site Personal Care and Cosmetics First Shift (Day)