Cosmetics Analytical Chemist — Method Development & QC

Capsum Inc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Capsum, a leading cosmetics contract manufacturer, is seeking an Analytical Chemist in a full-time Austin-based role. You will develop and transfer methods, analyze bulk materials, finished goods, and raw materials to ensure conformance with specifications and standards.

The ideal candidate has a chemistry degree with 2–3 years in QC, familiarity with GMP, and experience with analytical techniques like FTIR, UPLC/HPLC, UV/Vis. You will maintain documentation and support equipment checks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related scientific discipline.
• 2–3 years of relevant quality control experience in cosmetics or pharmaceutical.
• Experience with GMP and quality systems.
• Demonstrated problem solving and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing of samples supporting incoming raw materials, in-process production and finished goods.
• Perform daily standardizations and equipment performance checks.
• Maintain records and data associated with testing.
• Responsible for chemical ordering, storing, using, and disposing of chemicals.
• Create, revise, review SOPs, test methods, forms, protocols, reports and other documents related to compliant product testing.
• Method Development, Validation, Verification and Transfer activities according to written protocols.
• Utilize analytical instrumentation such as FTIR, UPLC/HPLC, wet chemistry techniques, UV/VIS.
• Perform instrument troubleshooting and preventive maintenance as needed.
• Perform all activities in compliance with GLP/cGMP requirements.

Job description

Capsum, a leading cosmetics contract manufacturer, is seeking an Analytical Chemist in a full-time Austin-based role. You will develop and transfer methods, analyze bulk materials, finished goods, and raw materials to ensure conformance with specifications and standards.

The ideal candidate has a chemistry degree with 2–3 years in QC, familiarity with GMP, and experience with analytical techniques like FTIR, UPLC/HPLC, UV/Vis. You will maintain documentation and support equipment checks.