Lead Formulation Cosmetic Chemist

Job Description

Job Description

Lead Formulation Cosmetic Chemist
Position Highlights:
Direct Hire
Entrepreneurial Impact on Product Pipeline
Hands-on R&D Team Lead
Compensation range: $80-100K

Kelly Science & Clinical is currently seeking a Formulation Chemist to drive the development of technology advanced products for a cosmetic manufacturing company in southern Louisiana. Through innovative formulation strategies, novel delivery systems, and advanced raw materials the Chemist will formulate, test, and develop cosmetic products that meet market demands and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate combines deep formulation expertise with a strong innovative mindset to innovate, move fast, and shape the future of the market.

Responsibilities:

• Lead formulation development for cosmetic products (sunscreens, acne treatments, anti-aging products) from ideation to scale-up
• Design, optimize, and troubleshoot formulations for performance, stability, safety, and cost
• Prepare and maintain detailed formulation documentation, SOPs, and technical reports
• Conduct bench work, pilot batches, and support manufacturing scale-up and technology transfer
• Design and interpret stability, compatibility, and performance testing
• Ensure formulations comply with global regulatory requirements (FDA, EU, ASEAN, etc.)
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Regulatory, Quality, and Manufacturing teams
• Evaluate raw materials, suppliers, and new technologies
• Stay current on industry trends and innovations

Qualifications:  

• Bachelors degree in Chemistry
• Minimum of 5 years of formulation experience in the personal care industry
• Experience translating breakthrough technologies into commercially successful products
• Ability to identify, fine tune and troubleshoot problems with formulations and production
• Formulation expertise combined with an innovative mindset

This is a Direct hire position with a Monday – Friday day shift work schedule. Compensation is commensurate upon level of education and applicable experience. Relocation expenses are available for the right candidate. If you meet the above qualifications, please submit your resume for immediate consideration. #P1

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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