Lead Application Scientist (Skin & Sun Care)

The Vine Search; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Vine Search seeks a Lead Application Scientist to drive innovation in skin and sun care formulations, leading NPD/EPD and Open Innovation projects from lab to boardroom. You will mentor junior scientists and collaborate with regional teams to deliver successful products.

Design and lead experiments, manage multiple projects, and develop novel formulations while serving as the technical face to customers through training and support.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry, Biological Chemistry, Cosmetic Science or related field (MSc/PhD preferred).
• Minimum 5 years' hands-on experience in skin and sun care formulation with exposure to application testing methods (e.g. in-vitro SPF, corneometer, TEWL).
• Proven track record leading NPD/EPD or Open Innovation projects.
• Strong critical thinking, with the ability to connect insights across technologies.
• Comfortable working cross-functionally and across regional/global teams.
• A proactive communicator who can influence stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead lab experiments, troubleshoot issues, and decide the next steps independently
• Manage multiple projects (days to 6 months) with strong ownership of timelines and outcomes
• Develop novel formulations and test methodologies to support new product launches
• Act as the technical face to customers — from formulation support to on-site training
• Identify and build external collaborations to bring new solutions to market
• Guide and support less experienced team members

Skills

Formulation development

NPD/EPD leadership

Open Innovation

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical communication

Education

Degree in Chemistry or related field

MSc/PhD preferred

Job description

Are you a hands‑on formulation scientist who's ready to lead, not just execute? We're looking for a Lead Application Scientist to drive innovation in skin and sun care applicationsfor a global specialty ingredients player.

You’ll take ownership of complexNPD, EPD and Open Innovation projects — from lab bench to boardroom — whilementoring junior scientists and working closely with sales, marketing andcustomers across the region.

What you’ll be doing

• Design and lead lab experiments, troubleshoot issues, and decide the next steps independently
• Manage multiple projects (days to 6 months) with strong ownership of timelines and outcomes
• Develop novel formulations and test methodologies to support new product launches
• Act as the technical face to customers — from formulation support to on‑site training
• Identify and build external collaborations to bring new solutions to market
• Guide and support less experienced team members

What you’ll need

• Degree in Chemistry, Biological Chemistry, Cosmetic Science or related field (MSc/PhD preferred)
• Minimum 5 years' hands‑on experience in skin and sun care formulation, with exposure to application testing methods (e.g. in‑vitro SPF, corneometer, TEWL)
• Proven track record leading NPD/EPD or Open Innovation projects
• Strong critical thinking, with the ability to connect insights across technologies
• Comfortable working cross‑functionally and across regional/global teams
• A proactive communicator who can influence stakeholders at all levels

We thank you for your interest and will contact shortlisted candidates for a more detailed discussion.

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