Material Scientist

Galderma; Baie-D'Urfé; On-site; CAD 119,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Galderma seeks a hands-on Material Scientist to join a small, highly technical team responsible for understanding, characterizing, and optimizing materials across products and packaging.

The role emphasizes deep technical knowledge, collaboration with cross-functional groups, and a focus on practical, science-based solutions in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Material Science, Chemistry, or related field.
• 3–8+ years in pharma, biotech, cosmetics, or injectable/aesthetic products.
• Strong expertise in material characterization and analytical techniques.
• Deep understanding of material interactions and applied science (not theoretical-only).
• Hands-on mindset with strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent technical writing and presentation abilities.
• Applied material science in regulated industries (e.g., pharma, aesthetics, cosmetics).

Responsibilities

• Analyze and characterize materials and their chemical composition and behavior.
• Understand interactions between raw materials and packaging (tubes, bottles, etc.).
• Assess how supplier differences impact material performance and product quality.
• Investigate material-related issues and drive practical, science-based solutions.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams across Product Science, MS&T, and Quality.
• Translate complex findings into clear technical documentation and presentations.

Skills

Material characterization

Analytical techniques

Technical writing

Presentation abilities

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Education

MSc or PhD in Material Science or Chemistry

Job description

Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin, we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.

We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee.

At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.

Further supporting our growth and innovation momentum, we are establishing a new Global Capability Center in Barcelona to deploy new capabilities to effectively support its global commercial and functional teams. Located in the upscale Eixample District in the heart of Barcelona, Galderma’s Global Capability Center offers numerous possibilities for professional development such as exposure to global and cross-functional projects and access to global career opportunities.

Job Title

Material Scientist

Location

Barcelona, Spain ; Baie-D'Urfé, Canada; Uppsala, Sweden; Boston, US; London, UK.

At Galderma, we’re looking for a hands-on Material Scientist to join a small, highly technical team where expertise, curiosity, and critical thinking truly matter.

Your Impact

You will bring deep technical expertise to understand, characterize, and optimize materials, ensuring performance, compatibility, and scalability across our products and packaging systems.

What You’ll Do

• Analyze and characterize materials and their chemical composition and behavior
• Understand interactions between raw materials and packaging (tubes, bottles, etc.)
• Assess how supplier differences impact material performance and product quality
• Investigate material-related issues and drive practical, science-based solutions
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams across Product Science, MS&T, and Quality
• Translate complex findings into clear technical documentation and presentations

What You Bring

• MSc or PhD in Material Science, Chemistry, or related field
• 3–8+ years in pharma, biotech, cosmetics, or injectable/aesthetic products
• Strong expertise in material characterization and analytical techniques
• Deep understanding of material interactions and applied science (not theoretical-only)
• Hands-on mindset with strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
• Excellent technical writing and presentation abilities
• applied material science in regulated industries (e.g., pharma, aesthetics, cosmetics)

Our people make a difference

At Galderma, you'll work with people who are like you. And people that are different. We value what every member of our team brings. Professionalism, collaboration, and a friendly, supportive ethos is the perfect environment for people to thrive and excel in what they do.