Sr. Formulation Chemist, Good Molecules

Beautylish; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sr. Formulation Chemist to join their innovative team. In this full-time, on-site role, you will engage in formulation and laboratory experimentation, developing effective skincare products that are safe for both users and the environment. Your expertise will contribute to the mission of delivering high-quality, affordable skincare solutions. This position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about formulation chemistry and personal care products. Join a dynamic team dedicated to making a positive impact in the skincare industry.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Competitive PTO

Employee discount

Qualifications

• 3+ years of industry experience in formulation for personal care and cosmetics.
• Strong technical foundation in emulsions, surfactants, and gels.

Responsibilities

• Engage in formulation and testing for various custom projects.
• Conduct research activities to support claims and compare prototypes.
• Maintain laboratory inventory and observe safety practices.

Skills

Formulation Chemistry

Laboratory Experimentation

Technical Writing

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

pH meters

Viscometers

High-shear homogenizers

Centrifuges

GSuite

Microsoft Office

Job description

Beautylish is seeking a Sr. Formulation Chemist for our brand, Good Molecules. The idea behind Good Molecules is simple: skincare that works at a fair price. We use ingredients that are backed by science, formulated for effectiveness, and are safe for you and the planet. Our low prices make sure as many people around the world as possible can see a difference in their skin. Learn more at www.goodmolecules.com.

In this role, you will report to the Director of R&D and be responsible for various formulation and laboratory experimentation, development, sample preparation, and research projects, as well as maintaining laboratory inventory and observing safety practices. You will join an innovative and entrepreneurial team to develop and deliver formulated consumer products to support Good Molecules' goals and our primary mission of helping people see a difference in their skin.

Responsibilities Include:

Formulation work:

• Engage in formulating, reverse formulating, and testing for various custom projects
• Assess and propose solutions to formulation challenges
• Make daily lab batches and label samples accordingly
• Perform, monitor, and document pre-stability and stability testing on R&D batches
• Write reports and summaries, including signing off on stability reports
• Package and ship samples to third-party labs for analysis
• Support scaling up and technology transfer to CMOs

Research work:

• Conduct research activities, including method development to support claims and compare prototypes
• Maintain detailed and organized records of experiments
• Communicate results to leadership and at industry conferences
• Keep up to date with relevant scientific and technical developments and trends

Lab Maintenance:

• Observe Good Molecules’ policies, SOPs, and lab safety procedures
• Support and train interns and junior chemists
• Calibrate and clean glassware, utensils, and equipment as needed
• Maintain the office/laboratory presentable and organized
• Order ingredient samples and keep the inventory up-to-date

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in chemistry, biochemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, or a similar technical field
• A minimum of 3 years of industry experience formulating for personal care and cosmetics is absolutely required
• Demonstrated ability to work independently on formulation projects, following instructions and prioritizing tasks effectively, while observing deadlines
• Good technical foundation in two or more of emulsions, surfactants, soaps, suspensions, gels, ointments, pastes, pressed powders, sticks, powders, solutions, or accelerated shelf-life studies
• Experience with formulating for “clean beauty” skincare is strongly preferred
• Experience with scaling up lab batches is highly desirable
• Familiar with scales, mixers, pH meters, viscometers, centrifuges, high-shear homogenizers, and other formulation/quality control equipment
• Familiar with Good Laboratory Practices and scientific principles
• Ability to record, document, and duplicate procedures with accuracy and attention to detail
• Able to perform basic calculations (adding, subtracting, dividing, multiplying, percentages, and unit conversion)
• Ability to preserve the confidentiality of all technical information, processes, data, and intellectual property

General Requirements & Employment Details:

• Work On-Site: This is a full-time on-site position reporting to our Philadelphia, PA lab; hybrid or remote employment is not available for this position
• Compensation: This is an exempt W-2 position with a targeted annual salary range of $75-100k, depending on education level and experience. Benefits include Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance, 401(k) with 6% employer match, competitive PTO, and a great employee discount
• Employment Eligibility: Must have current US work authorization
• Verbal & Written English Fluency: Full scientific/business language fluency, including correct spelling and grammar, is required
• Technology Acumen: Competency with GSuite and/or Microsoft applications (Sheets/Excel, Word/Docs, Slides/Powerpoint, etc.)
• Physical Abilities: Including but not limited to the ability to lift 50 pounds to your waist, 25 pounds to head height, and able to climb 10 stairs
• Travel: 1-4 times per year, if needed

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries

Internet Publishing