Lead Applications Scientist

CRODA SINGAPORE PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Benefits

Medical Insurance Coverage

Leave Benefits

Job summary

Croda Singapore Pte Ltd in Singapore is seeking a Lead Applications Scientist to spearhead skin and sun care formulation projects, drive technical investigations, and align development with our 2030 Growth Strategy. You will lead teams across R&D, Sales, and Marketing to deliver innovative products.

The role requires a degree in chemistry or cosmetic science with at least five years in skincare formulation, plus hands-on experience with in vitro SPF, corneometer, and TEWL testing.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry, Biological Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in skincare industry formulation with proven expertise in skin and sun care formulations and testing methods such as in‑vitro SPF, corneometer, and TEWL.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute laboratory experiments to develop novel skin and sun care formulations, using data-driven analysis to troubleshoot and guide research progression.
• Lead multiple New Product Development (NPD), Existing Product Development (EPD), and Open Innovation projects independently, ensuring delivery of high-quality technical data and formulations on schedule.
• Provide expert technical support to sales and marketing teams by responding to customer inquiries, recommending products, and delivering technical training internally and during client visits.
• Identify and engage external technology partners to address market needs, managing collaborative innovation projects and facilitating internal stakeholder alignment.
• Translate complex scientific data into clear, actionable insights for diverse business groups including R&D and Sales & Marketing.
• Collaborate effectively within cross-functional, regional, and global teams to influence stakeholders and achieve project milestones.
• Apply strong analytical and critical thinking skills to connect technical insights across technologies and market applications.
• Contribute proactively to high-level business strategy supporting long-term innovation and transformation initiatives.

Skills

Skincare formulation

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

NPD/EPD/Open Innovation

In vitro SPF

Corneometer

TEWL

Education

Degree in Chemistry/Cosmetic Science

MSc or PhD preferred

Job description

Company Overview

Croda Singapore Pte Ltd is part of a FTSE100 global company specializing in innovative ingredient research and development for Life Science and Consumer Care markets, driven by smart science to improve lives sustainably.

Job Summary

As a Lead Applications Scientist at Croda, you will lead innovative skin and sun care formulation projects, drive technical investigations, and collaborate across functions to deliver impactful product development aligned with our 2030 Growth Strategy.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute laboratory experiments to develop novel skin and sun care formulations, using data-driven analysis to troubleshoot and guide research progression.
• Lead multiple New Product Development (NPD), Existing Product Development (EPD), and Open Innovation projects independently, ensuring delivery of high-quality technical data and formulations on schedule.
• Provide expert technical support to sales and marketing teams by responding to customer inquiries, recommending products, and delivering technical training internally and during client visits.
• Identify and engage external technology partners to address market needs, managing collaborative innovation projects and facilitating internal stakeholder alignment.
• Translate complex scientific data into clear, actionable insights for diverse business groups including R&D and Sales & Marketing.
• Collaborate effectively within cross-functional, regional, and global teams to influence stakeholders and achieve project milestones.
• Apply strong analytical and critical thinking skills to connect technical insights across technologies and market applications.
• Contribute proactively to high-level business strategy supporting long-term innovation and transformation initiatives.

Required competencies and certifications

• Degree in Chemistry, Biological Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in skincare industry formulation, with proven expertise in skin and sun care formulations and application testing methods such as in‑vitro SPF, corneometer, and TEWL.

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• MSc or PhD in a relevant scientific discipline.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing NPD, EPD, and Open Innovation projects with scientific rigor and innovation focus.

Other Information

Benefits

• Flexible Benefits
• Medical Insurance Coverage
• Leave Benefits

Location

• Role based at Croda Singapore IBP office, Jurong East.

Travel

• Occasional business travel to support customer visits, roadshows, exhibitions, and conferences.

Why Croda?

• People-led culture driven by values of Responsible, Innovative, and Together.
• Inclusive, collaborative, and diverse global teams focused on innovation and customer value.