R&D Senior Scientist - Personal Care

Fater; Spoltore; In loco; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading personal care company in Italy is seeking an experienced Product Development Specialist to enhance its R&D team. You will be responsible for formulating new products and integrating innovative technologies like AI in research. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of expertise in cosmetic formulation and a strong collaborative spirit within interdisciplinary teams. This role offers a vibrant work environment with opportunities for professional growth and innovation.

Servizi

Professional growth opportunities

Access to advanced digital technologies

Dynamic work environment

Competenze

• 10+ years of experience in cosmetic formulation for Personal Care.
• Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks like Reg. EC 1223/2009.
• Willingness to leverage digital tools in research.

Mansioni

• Develop and optimize new formulations in line with industry standards.
• Research new raw materials and technologies for Personal Care products.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams throughout the product development cycle.

Conoscenze

Product formulation

Cosmetic regulations knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of functional ingredients

Formazione

Degree in Chemistry, CTF, Biotechnology, or related fields

Strumenti

AI tools

Descrizione del lavoro

Fater is an Italian company, a 50/50 joint venture between Procter & Gamble and Angelini Industries. It manufactures and distributes fabric and home care cleaning products under the Ace and Neoblanc brands in 37 countries across Western, Central, and Eastern Europe. In Italy, since the 1960s, it has expanded the market for personal absorbent products, and today it manufactures and sells Pampers, Lines, Lines Specialist, and Tampax branded products for the Italian market.

Fater is a dynamic company that invests around 4% of its annual revenue in innovation. Its headquarters are located in Pescara, with production facilities in Pescara and Campochiaro (CB) in Italy, and abroad in Porto, Portugal, and Gebze, Turkey.

The challenge

To strengthen our Personal Care Research & Development team, we are seeking an experienced Product Development Specialist with a proven background in personal care product innovation. The ideal candidate has at least 10 years’ experience in cosmetic or dermocosmetic R&D, a strong passion for innovation, excellent teamwork skills, and a keen interest in leveraging digital tools and Artificial Intelligence in research.

What you will do

• Develop and optimize new formulations in line with Fater standards and industry regulations
• Actively research new raw materials and technologies for Personal Care products
• Collaborate with Marketing, Regulatory, Production, and Quality teams throughout the product development cycle
• Integrate AI tools into the formulation process (e.g., data analysis, ingredient prediction, simulations)
• Oversee stability and performance testing, and prepare technical documentation
• Monitor trends and innovations in the sector to propose distinctive and sustainable solutions

What you need to succeed

• Degree in Chemistry, CTF, Biotechnology, or related fields
• Extensive (10+ years) experience in cosmetic formulation for Personal Care
• In-depth knowledge of functional ingredients, emulsifiers, actives, and preservatives
• Strong familiarity with cosmetic regulations (Reg. EC 1223/2009 and related)
• Creative mindset and strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent teamwork and cross-functional collaboration abilities
• Willingness to use or learn AI tools applied to formulation

If you’re a creative innovator with a deep understanding of R&D in personal care and are excited to shape the future with cutting‑edge technologies, we’d love to meet you!

Why join Fater

• A stimulating and dynamic environment where your ideas can become reality
• Strong focus on technological and sustainable innovation
• Professional growth opportunities and tailored training paths
• Access to advanced digital technologies and tools
• A company culture that values people and promotes well‑being

With a view to maximum inclusivity and merit-based equality, the job posting is open to applications from individuals belonging to protected or disadvantaged categories (Law 68/99).