Entry Formulation Chemist — Personal Care & Cosmetics

JOHNSON SERVICE GROUP; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Service Group in Irving, TX is seeking an Application Chemist I with 0-3 years’ experience to assist in formulating personal care, cosmetic, and HI&I products. The role supports day-to-day lab work and develops hands-on skills in basic techniques.

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field is required; 0-2 years in a formulation lab acceptable. You will prepare prototype samples, help with raw materials evaluation, and assist Sales/Marketing with technical support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Materials Science, or a related field (or equivalent lab experience).
• 0-2 years of experience in a formulation lab (internship, co-op, or entry-level experience acceptable).
• Familiarity with basic lab practices such as weighing, batching, mixing, pH adjustment, viscosity measurement, and safe chemical handling.
• Strong documentation and organizational skills; able to follow procedures and record results clearly.
• Comfortable supporting internal customers (Sales/Marketing) with a professional, service-oriented approach.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the formulation and development of personal care, cosmetic, and HI&I products for potential publication in recognized industry publications and websites.
• Provide technical and formulation support to the Sales team as needed via email, phone, virtual meetings, or in-person meetings.
• Prepare and fulfill prototype sample requests, including batching and documenting starter formulations.
• Support the development of new raw materials, including basic evaluation and formulation testing as needed.
• Research formulation methods and raw material performance through literature review, experimentation, and mentorship/training.
• Help maintain the Applications Lab, including equipment upkeep, clean workspaces, benchtops, and general lab organization.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the manager.

Skills

Formulation lab

Documentation

Multitasking

Lab techniques

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Materials Science, or related field

Job description

Johnson Service Group in Irving, TX is seeking an Application Chemist I with 0-3 years’ experience to assist in formulating personal care, cosmetic, and HI&I products. The role supports day-to-day lab work and develops hands-on skills in basic techniques.

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field is required; 0-2 years in a formulation lab acceptable. You will prepare prototype samples, help with raw materials evaluation, and assist Sales/Marketing with technical support.