R & D Technician

eStyle, Inc.; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

eStyle, Inc. in Jacksonville, Florida is seeking a detail-oriented R&D Technician to support the formulation, testing, and documentation of innovative personal care products. Responsibilities include preparing lab batches, performing testing, conducting stability tests, and maintaining accurate records. Candidates should have an associates degree in chemistry or related fields, along with familiarity with lab equipment and strong communication skills. The position offers an opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams in a compliant laboratory environment.

Qualifications

• Associates in relevant fields like chemistry or biology.
• Familiarity with formulation equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare lab batches of formulations according to R&D protocols.
• Perform tests on lab batches including physical characteristics.
• Manage stability testing protocols and maintain lab notebooks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Data entry proficiency

Education

Associates in chemistry, cosmetic Science, biology, or a related field

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related field

Tools

Mixers

Homogenizers

Viscometers

pH meter

Microsoft Office

Job description

A detail-oriented and proactive R&D Technician to support our Research & Development team in the formulation, testing, and documentation of innovative personal care and hair styling products.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare lab batches of hair styling and personal care formulations according to R&D protocols.
• Perform organoleptic and physical testing (Appearance, color, odor, pH, viscosity, SPG, etc.) of lab batches.
• Manage and execute stability testing protocols, including sample preparation, storage, and data tracking.
• Conduct routine laboratory tests and performance evaluations.
• Maintain accurate and detailed lab notebooks, batch records, and test reports.
• Request raw materials and documentation (COAs, SDS, etc.) from vendors and distributors.
• Support the Quality Control (QC) department with testing, documentation, and troubleshooting as needed.
• Assist in raw material evaluations and maintain ingredient documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Marketing, Regulatory, Quality) to support product development timelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant laboratory environment in accordance with GLP, GMP and safety protocols.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Associates in chemistry, cosmetic Science, biology, or a related field.
• Familiarity with formulation equipment (e.g., mixers, homogenizers, viscometers, pH meter).
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to follow SOPs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic data entry systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Cosmetic Science, Biology, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in a cosmetic, personal care, or pharmaceutical lab environment preferred.