R&D Associate

Kiss Beauty Group; Port Washington (NY); On-site; USD 26,174 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium Medical Insurance Coverage

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Annual Bonus Plan

Onsite Fitness Center

Summer Fridays

Relocation Support

Visa Sponsorships

Job summary

Kiss Nail Products, Inc. is seeking a highly creative and detail‑oriented R&D specialist to join our eyelash product team.

The role focuses on innovating, designing, and developing next‑generation lash products from concept to prototype and production. You will conduct trend research, design new lash styles, produce physical samples, test performance, and collaborate with product teams and factories to ensure successful execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degrees in Chemistry and Marketing.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience or exposure.
• Hands-on ability to design, test, and refine physical products.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth trend research within the beauty and eyelash industry to identify emerging opportunities.
• Brainstorm and develop innovative product concepts, including new lash designs, materials, and applications.
• Design and create new eyelash styles, including hands‑on development and iterative improvements.
• Produce physical samples and prototypes for testing, evaluation, and refinement.
• Execute design concepts using lash design tools.
• Conduct product testing and performance evaluation, including quality, usability, and durability.
• Develop prototypes for new technologies, concepts, and product innovations.
• Collaborate closely with product teams, factories, and cross‑functional stakeholders to ensure successful execution.
• Continuously improve existing products through design enhancements and technical upgrades.
• Research and contribute to product patent opportunities, including understanding IP landscape and innovation potential.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Creative Thinking

Detail‑Oriented

Market Trend Research

New Product Development

Product Testing

Project Management

Project Schedule

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.): Chemistry

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.): Marketing

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly creative and detail‑oriented individual with a strong understanding of current beauty trends to join our R&D team. This role focuses on innovating, designing, and developing next-generation eyelash products, from concept to prototype and production.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in‑depth trend research within the beauty and eyelash industry to identify emerging opportunities
• Brainstorm and develop innovative product concepts, including new lash designs, materials, and applications
• Design and create new eyelash styles, including hands‑on development and iterative improvements
• Produce physical samples and prototypes for testing, evaluation, and refinement
• Execute design concepts using lash design tools
• Conduct product testing and performance evaluation, including quality, usability, and durability
• Develop prototypes for new technologies, concepts, and product innovations
• Collaborate closely with product teams, factories, and cross‑functional stakeholders to ensure successful execution
• Continuously improve existing products through design enhancements and technical upgrades
• Research and contribute to product patent opportunities, including understanding IP landscape and innovation potential

Qualifications

• Creative, innovative thinker with strong problem‑solving skills
• High attention to detail and strong aesthetic sense
• Strong interest in false eyelashes, beauty products, and industry trends
• Experience or exposure to beauty product development is preferred
• Hands‑on ability to design, test, and refine physical products
• Understanding of product development processes and prototyping
• Knowledge of product patents and intellectual property is a plus
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Language Requirements

• Bilingual in Korean and English (required)

Benefits

• Premium Medical Insurance Coverage
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) based on seniority
• Paid Holidays

Additional Workplace Offerings (subject to change or eligibility)

• Annual Bonus Plan
• Onsite Employee Fitness Center with Indoor Racquetball Court and Yoga Room
• Summer Fridays
• Complimentary Gourmet Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
• Relocation Support for New Hires
• Work Anniversary Recognitions
• Congratulatory & Condolence Gifts
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• License/Certification Reimbursements
• Corporate Employee Discounts
• Visa Sponsorships (100% paid by the company) i.e., New H-1B, H-1B Transfer, O-1, and Green Card
• Commuter Support (Shuttle Bus Program and EZPass Support)
• Vehicle Perks

Education and Experience

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.): Chemistry, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.): Marketing

Experience: 0 – 2 years of relevant experience or industry exposure in a related field

Skills

• Collaboration
• Communication
• Creative Thinking
• Detail‑Oriented
• Market Trend Research
• New Product Development
• Product Testing
• Project Management
• Project Schedule
• Teamwork

Languages

• English
• Korean

Certifications

Not Applicable

Compensation

19.25 – 36.55 USD hourly. Actual compensation will be determined based on qualifications, education, experience, and location. The pay range is subject to change.

Equal Opportunity and Diversity Statement

Kiss Nail Products, Inc., KDC GA Corp., Ivy Enterprises, Inc., AST Systems, LLC, Red Beauty, Inc., or Dae Do, Inc. (collectively, the “Company”) is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.