Remote Skincare Formulation Chemist - Innovate & Impact

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Global leader

Flexible schedule

Research resources

Virtual conferences

Health insurance

Equity options

Job summary

Placements24 invites a Remote Skincare Formulation Chemist to design cutting-edge skincare products for global markets. You will work from home, collaborating virtually with R&D, marketing, and regulatory teams to ensure safety, efficacy, and sustainability.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s or Ph.D. in Chemistry or Cosmetic Science with 5+ years in formulation. You will select materials, run stability tests, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive products from concept to launch.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in skincare formulation development.
• Proven ability to create stable, effective skincare products.
• Extensive knowledge of cosmetic ingredients, functions and safety.
• Experience with regulatory requirements for cosmetics.

Responsibilities

• Researching and developing novel skincare formulations for various product categories.
• Designing and conducting stability, efficacy, and safety testing.
• Identifying and evaluating new raw materials and technologies.
• Troubleshooting formulation challenges and optimizing performance.
• Collaborating with virtual R&D, marketing, regulatory, and manufacturing teams.
• Preparing detailed formulation documentation and technical reports.
• Staying updated on scientific advancements and regulatory changes.
• Providing technical support to internal teams and external partners.
• Ensuring formulations comply with global regulatory requirements and quality standards.
• Contributing to innovation and strategic direction of product development.

Skills

Cosmetic chemistry

Product formulation

Remote collaboration

Regulatory awareness

Education

Master's or PhD in Chemistry

Cosmetic Science

Chemical Engineering

Tools

Formulation software

Scientific databases

Job description

Placements24 invites a Remote Skincare Formulation Chemist to design cutting-edge skincare products for global markets. You will work from home, collaborating virtually with R&D, marketing, and regulatory teams to ensure safety, efficacy, and sustainability.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s or Ph.D. in Chemistry or Cosmetic Science with 5+ years in formulation. You will select materials, run stability tests, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive products from concept to launch.