Senior Chemist

Jobtailor; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Los Angeles is seeking an experienced formulation chemist to independently develop personal care formulations from briefs, prepare batches, and log all data for submission. You will revise formulas based on testing results and ensure batches meet specification requirements while maintaining thorough documentation.

The role requires 5+ years as a formulation/bench chemist in a personal care lab, proficiency with mixing equipment, GMP knowledge, and strong communication skills to

Qualifications

• BS in Chemistry or related field required; chemical engineering background helpful.
• 5+ years as a formulation/bench chemist in personal care or OTC products preferred.
• Experience with mixers, homogenizers, viscometers and pH meters.
• Knowledge of raw material functionality, ingredient listings and GMP practices.
• Experience maintaining formulation software or databases; proficient with Office/Workspace.

Responsibilities

• Independently work on formulation projects based on product briefs from Product Development.
• Prepare and log samples, calibrate equipment, and maintain records and observations.
• Create formula revisions from testing feedback and adjust batches to specs.
• Validate other chemists’ formulas and supervise scale-up at contract manufacturers.
• Coordinate with Product Development, QA, Regulatory and Operations teams.

Skills

Formulation development

Bench chemistry

GMP knowledge

Documentation & record keeping

Analytical testing

Communication skills

Project management

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s in Science in Chemistry

Chemical Engineering background

Tools

Mixers

Homogenizers

Viscometers

pH meters

Formulation software/database

Microsoft Office

Job description

Responsibilities

• Independently work on formulation projects based on product briefs provided by Product Development team
• Make batches of formulation projects
• Create formula revisions based on feedback from testing team
• Adjust batches as needed to meet formula specification requirements
• Maintain clear and accurate records of formulations, procedures, observations and results
• Prepare and log samples for submission
• Calculate appropriate specification ranges and create CofAs for formulas
• Conduct stability testing and keep accurate records
• Order raw material samples and maintain raw material storage room
• Request raw material documentation from vendors and maintain documents organized in shared folder
• Maintain formulation software
• Prepare bulk to be sent out to third party testing laboratories as needed
• Validate other chemist’s formulas
• Contribute to routine laboratory housekeeping and day-to-day operations of the laboratory
• Calibrate lab equipment
• Supervise scale up batches at Contract Manufacturers, providing instructions and recommendations as needed
• Communicate with Product Development, Operations, Quality, and Regulatory teams as needed
• Assist other lab staff as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor’s in Science in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or equivalent
• 5+ years’ experience working as a formulation/bench chemist in a personal care formulation laboratory. Experience formulating OTC products - nice to have.
• Must have experience using mixers, homogenizers, viscometers, and pH meters
• Strong knowledge of the following:
• Functionality of raw materials used in personal care formulations
• Ingredient listing
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Experience maintaining a formulation software or database required
• Experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel etc.) or Google Workspace
• Highly organized, detail oriented, and able to independently manage multiple priority projects
• Must be a critical thinker and have strong problem-solving skills
• Agile and comfortable working in fast paced environmentMust have strong communication skills and ability to explain technical information to a non-technical audience
• Willing to travel to contract manufacturer sites and supervise scale up batches as needed