R&D Junior Chemist

Vanity Cosmeceutical Sdn Bhd; Klang City, Port Klang; On-site; MYR 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanity Cosmeceutical Sdn Bhd is seeking an R&D Junior Chemist to join our Research & Development team in Malaysia. You will support the development of cosmetic and personal care products from concept to production, ensuring compliance with NPRA, Halal requirements and our quality standards.

Responsibilities include formulating new products, improving existing formulas, preparing samples for marketing, performing packaging tests, validating materials, maintaining documentation, and supporting

Qualifications

• Good fundamental chemistry knowledge and comfortable using lab equipment.
• Exposure to cosmetic/personal care formulation is an advantage.
• Basic understanding of GMP, ISO 9001, Halal principles and NPRA regulations.
• Interest in FMCG and beauty market trends and new ingredient technology.
• Analytical, good problem-solving skills and able to work independently.
• Good communication and cross-functional teamwork with Purchasing, Blending, QC, Marketing.

Responsibilities

• Develop new cosmetic and personal care formulations in line with NPRA regulations, Halal requirements and company quality standards
• Improve and optimise existing formulas
• Prepare samples for marketing evaluation
• Carry out packaging compatibility and quality testing, and help maintain the packaging library
• Test alternative raw materials and share new ingredient technologies with the Marketing team
• Support Production with validation and troubleshooting of raw material and process issues
• Maintain proper documentation and traceability according to company procedures
• Support daily lab operations and other tasks as assigned

Skills

Chemistry knowledge

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Oleochemistry, Colloid Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, Biochemistry, Cosmetic Science or equivalent

Job description

We are looking for an R&D Junior Chemist to join our Research & Development team and support the development of cosmetic and personal care products, from early ideas through to production.

What You'll Do

Develop new cosmetic and personal care formulations in line with NPRA regulations, Halal requirements and company quality standards

Improve and optimise existing formulas

Prepare samples for marketing evaluation

Carry out packaging compatibility and quality testing, and help maintain the packaging library

Test alternative raw materials and share new ingredient technologies with the Marketing team

Support Production with validation and troubleshooting of raw material and process issues

Maintain proper documentation and traceability according to company procedures

Support daily lab operations and other tasks as assigned

What We're Looking For

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Oleochemistry, Colloid Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, Biochemistry, Cosmetic Science or equivalent

Fresh graduates are welcome to apply; candidates with 1–2 years of working experience (any field) are also encouraged

Good fundamental chemistry knowledge and comfortable using lab equipment

Exposure to cosmetic/personal care formulation is an advantage

Basic understanding of GMP, ISO 9001, Halal principles and regulatory requirements (NPRA)

Interest in FMCG and beauty market trends and new ingredient technology

Analytical, good problem-solving skills and able to work independently

Good communication skills and comfortable working with cross-functional teams (Purchasing, Blending, QC, Marketing)

Since its inception in 2001, Cosmoderm has established itself as a trusted brand that is committed to providing Halal personal care products for the skin and body with ingredients derived from Nature’s bounty.

Our Belief is that our skin and body care products with plant-based ingredients have to be specially formulated to nurture the skin and boost this natural ability of skin to renew itself, providing the platform for skin to revive its natural beauty. Customers can be assured that all our products can be used with confidence, by all including Muslims as we adhere strictly to guidelines to retain our Halal certification and ensure product efficacy.

Our Mission is to develop products with that are safe and effective in combating and defeating everyday skin problems. Our ingredients are not only Halal, they are also effective in solving targeted skin problems as well as maintaining great-looking skin at any age. We are a home-grown Malaysian brand with experience in handling Asian skin.

Our Commitment is to ensure high quality products at affordable prices for skin-lovers everywhere regardless of age, skin type or gender. We are committed to developing products that contain primarily plant based natural active ingredients, are non-toxic, non-comedogenic, hypo-allergenic and dermatologically tested.

Since its inception in 2001, Cosmoderm has established itself as a trusted brand that is committed to providing Halal personal care products for the skin and body with ingredients derived from Nature’s bounty.

Our Belief is that our skin and body care products with plant-based ingredients have to be specially formulated to nurture the skin and boost this natural ability of skin to renew itself, providing the platform for skin to revive its natural beauty. Customers can be assured that all our products can be used with confidence, by all including Muslims as we adhere strictly to guidelines to retain our Halal certification and ensure product efficacy.

Our Mission is to develop products with that are safe and effective in combating and defeating everyday skin problems. Our ingredients are not only Halal, they are also effective in solving targeted skin problems as well as maintaining great-looking skin at any age. We are a home-grown Malaysian brand with experience in handling Asian skin.

Our Commitment is to ensure high quality products at affordable prices for skin-lovers everywhere regardless of age, skin type or gender. We are committed to developing products that contain primarily plant based natural active ingredients, are non-toxic, non-comedogenic, hypo-allergenic and dermatologically tested.

What can I earn as a Research and Development Chemist