Cosmetic Formulation Chemist – R&D & Innovation

THG; New Jersey; On-site; USD 60,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

THG Edison, NJ is seeking a Chemist to join its R&D team. The role focuses on developing cosmetic formulations, preparing lab batches, and driving stability testing from concept to completion under an R&D manager’s guidance.

You will collaborate with Sales, Regulatory, and Manufacturing to deliver compliant, high-quality skincare, haircare, and personal care products while maintaining GLP standards and contributing to knowledge sharing and SOP development.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in cosmetic formulation development and R&D.
• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Experience developing personal care, skincare and haircare formulations.
• Knowledge of stability testing and laboratory best practices.
• Understanding of FDA/PCPC/cGMP requirements and regulatory compliance.
• Experience supporting scale-up and cross-functional teams with Regulatory and Manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Review PDRs and clarify requirements with Sales to ensure project success.
• Formulate OTC and non-OTC personal care products meeting technical specs.
• Manage multiple projects, prioritizing to meet timelines.
• Prepare laboratory batches and incorporate feedback through reformulation.
• Conduct stability testing per approved protocols and adjust formulations as needed.
• Stay updated on cosmetic ingredients and technologies and apply innovations.
• Develop manufacturing processes with order of addition and processing parameters.
• Provide technical support to customers and Sales teams.
• Maintain GLP-compliant R&D documentation.
• Mentor junior chemists and support sample submissions.
• Collaborate with Regulatory to ensure compliance of formulations.

Skills

Cosmetic formulation

GLP compliance

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

Analytical instruments

Job description

THG Edison, NJ is seeking a Chemist to join its R&D team. The role focuses on developing cosmetic formulations, preparing lab batches, and driving stability testing from concept to completion under an R&D manager’s guidance.

You will collaborate with Sales, Regulatory, and Manufacturing to deliver compliant, high-quality skincare, haircare, and personal care products while maintaining GLP standards and contributing to knowledge sharing and SOP development.