Senior Chemist

Softworld, a Kelly Company; Eagan (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading formulation firm in Eagan, MN is looking for a Senior Research and Development Chemist. This role requires leading the formulation of personal care and cosmetic products while ensuring FDA compliance. The ideal candidate has at least 8 years of experience and strong leadership skills. This full-time position offers a competitive salary range and the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of formulation experience or advanced degree with 6+ years.
• Proven expertise in advanced formulation techniques, regulatory compliance, and R&D.
• Strong understanding of FDA regulations and cGMPs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and formulate cosmetic and personal care products.
• Optimize formulations for cost reduction and performance improvement.
• Ensure compliance with FDA regulations and industry standards.
• Scale-up approved formulations and troubleshoot production issues.
• Train, mentor, and supervise lab staff.

Skills

Leadership

Technical expertise

Advanced formulation techniques

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

BS in Chemistry or related field

PhD or Master's Degree preferred

Tools

Formulation software

Job description

• We are seeking an experienced Senior Research and Development Chemist to lead formulation efforts for personal care, cosmetics, and OTC products (sunscreens, anti-acne).
• This role involves developing product formulations, troubleshooting production issues, scaling up approved formulations, and ensuring compliance with FDA regulations and cGMPs.
• The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and technical expertise, driving innovation while overseeing lab staff and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and formulate cosmetic, personal care, and OTC products from concept to final production.
• Optimize formulations for cost reduction and improved performance.
• Ensure compliance with FDA regulations, cGMPs, and industry standards.
• Scale-up approved formulations, identifying critical process variables.
• Troubleshoot production issues and batch variations.
• Set product specifications and write compounding procedures.
• Supervise and coordinate pilot batches.
• Conduct vendor research for raw materials and manage ingredient specifications.
• Interpret laboratory findings, assess risks, and provide strategic recommendations.
• Train, mentor, and supervise lab staff.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, materials, and consumer insights.

Requirements:

• BS in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, Physical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related sciences with 8+ years of formulation experience (or an advanced degree with 6+ years).
• Proven expertise in advanced formulation techniques, regulatory compliance, and R&D.
• Strong understanding of FDA regulations and cGMPs.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, ability to work cross-functionally.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and formulation software.
• Preferred: PhD or Master's Degree with 10+ years of experience in personal care formulation.
  
  

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Analyst, Research, and Science

• Industries

  Biotechnology Research, Professional Services, and Research Services

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