R&D Chemist (Junior Level) - Cosmetics & Skincare

Englewood Lab; Totowa (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Englewood Lab in Totowa, NJ seeks a Chemist to support color cosmetics development, batch analysis, and formulation. You'll measure viscosity, pH, and density, document results, and collaborate with the supervisor.

You will create ingredient lists, assist in color matching, and ensure regulatory compliance while maintaining lab equipment and following quality standards. A bachelor in chemistry or related field is required, with 2–5 years in R&D or cosmetic formulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry (or Biology with chemistry and organic chemistry classes).
• 2–5 years of experience in R&D, formulation, emulsions, and other color product formulations.
• Well organized and highly detail oriented.
• Must work well with others and communicate effectively.
• Strong understanding of cosmetic raw materials, formulation principles, production equipment.
• Strong color matching skills.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 10-15 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a lab notebook.
• Make batches.
• Create ingredient qualitative and quantitative lists.
• Check next day specification from previous day batch.
• Follow up with ongoing stabilities.
• Communicate with raw material vendors.
• Enter formulation into the company formulator.
• Review results with supervisor.
• Analyze lab batch measuring viscosity, pH, and density.
• Assist in formulation and development of skin care and color cosmetic products.
• Support in color matching and formulation adjustments.
• Support compliance with color regulations and internal quality standards.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and organize materials.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Color matching

Cosmetic formulation knowledge

Laboratory skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry (or Biology)

Job description

Title: Chemist

Reports to: Director of Color & Innovation

Department: R&D - Color

Responsibility Summary: The Chemist will be responsible for analyzing batches, measuring physical parameters such as Viscosity, pH, and Density, interacting with vendors, documenting, collaborating with supervisor, and entering formulation.

Responsibilities

The Chemist is responsible for supporting the company's business events through a variety of tasks, including:

• Maintain a lab note book
• Make batches
• Create ingredient qualitative and quantitative list
• Check next day specification from previous day batch
• Follow up with on-going stabilities
• Communicate with raw material vendors
• Attend in-house vendor presentationsEnter formulation into the company formulator
• Review results with supervisor
• Analyze lab batch measuring physical parameters: Viscosity, pH, and Density
• Assist in the formulation and development of innovative skin care and color cosmetic products, including line extensions and product improvements
• Support in color matching and formulation adjustments
• Support compliance with color regulations and internal quality standards
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure proper organization of raw materials and samples

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry (or Biology that has had chemistry and organic chemistry classes)
• 2- 5 years of experience in R&D, formulation, emulsions, and other forms of color product formulations
• Well organized and highly detail oriented
• Must work well with others and communicate effectively
• Strong understanding of cosmetic raw materials, formulation principles, production equipment
• Strong color matching skills
• Ability to lift and carry up to 10-15 pounds

Compensation & Benefits

The approximate pay range for this position is $60,000 - $68,000. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities.

The benefit package includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Special Paid Leave for employees’ personal events
• Company Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with employer match
• Year-End Gift