Formulation Chemist - 396627

Client Overview Our client is known for developing innovative, consumer‑loved products within the skincare and personal care space. They are looking to add a Formulation Chemist to their team. Position Overview The Formulation Chemist will support the R&D with new product formulation, reformulation, raw material evaluation, stability testing, sample preparation, and project documentation. This role is ideal for someone with hands‑on personal care formulation experience who enjoys working in a fast‑paced lab environment and can manage multiple projects with strong attention to detail. The Formulation Chemist will work under management direction while also taking ownership of assigned projects, maintaining accurate lab records, and partnering cross‑functionally to support product development timelines. Salary / Hourly Rate $30/hr - $35/hr Responsibilities Develop new formulas and reformulate existing products under management guidance. Maintain detailed laboratory notebooks and ensure formula information is accurately tracked in internal databases. Support troubleshooting and resolution of formula‑related issues. Conduct stability testing, including tracking texture, odor, pH, viscosity, and other product attributes. Update stability charts and summarize data for review at each testing interval. Label and submit product samples to Marketing according to SOPs. Evaluate new and interesting raw materials for future product development projects. Support project cost objectives, timelines, and assigned calendar milestones. Participate in continuous improvement efforts when needed. Partner with Product Development, Quality, Manufacturing, Packaging, and Marketing teams as needed. Complete additional tasks assigned by management. Required Experience / Skills 2 – 3 years of hands‑on personal care product formulation experience required. Experience with cosmetics or related personal care products strongly preferred. Familiarity with stability testing, raw material evaluation, product documentation, and lab notebook practices. Knowledge of current beauty and personal care industry trends. Strong organization, communication, and writing skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines. Proactive, detail‑oriented, and comfortable working both independently and within a team. Preferred Experience / Skills Experience with personal care products is strongly preferred. Education Requirements Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related science field is required. Benefits Atrium Care Package available, upon eligibility (including healthcare plans, discount programs, and paid time off). EEO Statement As a woman‑owned firm, we value diversity. We are an equal‑opportunity and affirmative‑action employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), age, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO Position ID: 396627 #J-18808-Ljbffr Atrium