R&D Formulator and Chemist

Sulte Group; Santa Monica (CA); Remote; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits with a fast-growing clean beauty brand seeking a dedicated Sr. Chemist Formulator. In this innovative role, you'll collaborate closely with the founder to create cutting-edge bath and body products using sustainable ingredients. Your expertise in chemistry and clean beauty will be crucial as you develop formulations, conduct tests, and advise on new product ideas. This remote position offers the chance to work independently while contributing to a brand that prioritizes organic and effective solutions. If you're passionate about clean beauty and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong chemistry background with experience in clean beauty products.
• Ability to work independently and test formulations at home.

Responsibilities

• Formulate clean bath and body products with organic ingredients.
• Monitor manufacturing batches and ensure quality standards are met.
• Stay updated on clean beauty trends and product ideas.

Skills

Chemistry

Product Development

Formulation Techniques

Clean Beauty Knowledge

Organic Ingredients

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry

Experience in Clean Beauty

Job description

We are seeking a talented, passionate, dedicated Sr. Chemist Formulator for one of our portfolio companies, a fast-growing, start-up clean beauty brand. In this role, you'll work closely with our founder to develop cutting-edge, clean beauty, bath, and body products. The ideal candidate is passionate about clean beauty and will work to find ways to make effective products with organic, sustainable ingredients.

In this role, you will:

1. Work with our founder and our contracted lab on the formulation of all types of clean bath and body products including but not limited to creams, lotions, balms, soaps, sprays, and body oils.
2. Work to create small batches of our product for testing and distribution.
3. Work to stay on top of clean beauty trends, cutting-edge formulation techniques, and new ingredients.
4. Advise on new product ideas based on customer feedback. Work independently to test and develop new products. Serve as a consultant on all things related to product development and design.
5. Responsible for determining product specifications and expiration dates.
6. Responsible for challenging our manufacturing to ensure that all products meet our quality standards.
7. Responsible for monitoring and releasing first-time manufacturing batches.

We are looking for someone with a strong chemistry background and clean beauty experience. To apply, please detail your relevant experience and include links to products that you've worked on in the past.

Please note that this is a remote, work from home position. We are looking for someone who is willing to test formulations at home before we send them to our certified lab. Please only apply if you're comfortable with a remote, contract arrangement.