R&D Senior Scientist - Personal Care

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

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading personal care company in Spoltore is seeking an experienced Product Development Specialist. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in cosmetic formulation, with a strong preference for expertise in deodorants. Responsibilities include developing new products, collaborating with various teams, and leveraging AI tools for formulation processes. Join us to innovate and shape the future of personal care products.

Servizi

Professional growth opportunities

Access to advanced digital technologies

Dynamic environment for innovation

Competenze

• 10+ years of experience in cosmetic formulation for Personal Care.
• In-depth knowledge of functional ingredients and preservatives.
• Strong familiarity with cosmetic regulations (Reg. EC 1223 / 2009).

Mansioni

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

Conoscenze

Teamwork skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Creative mindset

Familiarity with AI tools

Formazione

Degree in Chemistry, CTF, Biotechnology, or related fields

Descrizione del lavoro

Overview

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 (deodorants strongly preferred), 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 (deodorants strongly preferred)
• 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 us?

• 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).