Formulation Chemist

Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC is seeking a Formulation Chemist to support product development and innovation within a dynamic R&D environment. The role involves designing, improving, and evaluating formulated products across liquids, aerosols, or solid formats, collaborating with cross-functional teams to bring concepts to commercialization.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry and 3–5 years of experience in formulation or applied laboratory work, with GLP experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in product development or formulation.
• Experience with formulated products across industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Formulation and development of product formulations.
• Develop and refine formulations to meet performance and regulatory requirements.
• Support new product initiatives through experimentation and iteration.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to move products from concept to commercialization.
• Conduct GLP-compliant laboratory work and testing.
• Document results in clear technical reports.

Skills

Formulation science

Laboratory operations

GLP

Problem solving

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Beacon Hill was founded to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing.

Position Overview

Beacon Hill Life Sciences seeking a Formulation Chemist to support product development and innovation efforts within a dynamic R&D environment. This individual will contribute to the design, improvement, and evaluation of formulated products, working across a variety of physical delivery systems (e.g., liquids, aerosols, or solid formats). This role partners closely with cross-functional teams to develop new products, enhance existing formulations, and address manufacturing or performance-related challenges.

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Formulation & Development
• Develop and refine product formulations to meet performance, quality, and regulatory requirements
• Support new product initiatives through experimentation, iteration, and technical input
• Evaluate and enhance existing products to improve performance, cost, or manufacturability
• Collaborate with internal teams to move products from concept through commercialization
• Laboratory Work & Testing
• Execute laboratory experiments in compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
• Conduct studies to assess product stability, performance, and overall quality
• Monitor stability over time to ensure consistency and shelf-life expectations are met
• Investigate and resolve formulation or process-related issuesData & Technical Reporting
• Analyze experimental results and translate findings into actionable insights
• Prepare clear, concise technical reports and summaries for internal stakeholders
• Communicate results effectively to support decision-making and product positioning
• Documentation & Compliance
• Maintain accurate and detailed lab notebooks for all experimental work
• Enter and manage data within internal systems and databases
• Ensure documentation aligns with internal quality standards and regulatory expectations

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Technical Skills
• Solid understanding of formulation science, including ingredient functionality and interactions
• Familiarity with laboratory operations, instrumentation, and safety practices
• Experience working in regulated environments and following standardized procedures (GLP preferred)
• Professional Skills
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proficiency with common software tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to work both independently and within a collaborative team setting
• Education & Experience
• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline
• 3-5 years of experience in product development, formulation, or applied laboratory work
• Experience working with formulated products in any industry (e.g., consumer goods, specialty chemicals, coatings, personal care, food, etc.) is preferred

California Residents

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Benefits Information

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

Welcome

We look forward to working with you! Beacon Hill. Employing the Future