Remote Skincare Formulation Consultant

Placements24; Sandton; Híbrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.200.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Fully remote

Collaboration with industry experts

Sustainable innovation focus

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Skincare Formulation Consultant to join a fully remote R&D team. You will lead formulation development, optimize stability, and ensure safety and efficacy of high-performance skincare products.

You will collaborate with regulatory and marketing teams to bring innovations from concept to market. You will evaluate new ingredients, troubleshoot formulations, and deliver scalable solutions for global markets, leveraging cosmetic science expertise and strong project

Formación

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5-7 years of skincare formulation and development experience.
• In-depth knowledge of cosmetic ingredients, functions, and interactions.
• Experience with regulatory requirements for cosmetic products.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and innovate skincare formulations based on trends and client needs.
• Optimize existing formulations for performance, stability, and cost.
• Conduct stability testing, compatibility studies, and efficacy assessments.
• Collaborate with R&D, marketing and regulatory teams from concept to market.
• Ensure formulations comply with cosmetic regulations and safety standards.
• Research new materials and technologies for skincare applications.

Conocimientos

Formulation

Cosmetic science

Analytical skills

Project management

Troubleshooting

Educación

Chemistry/Cosmetic Science degree

Master's degree (advantage)

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic leader in the beauty industry, is seeking an innovative and expert Skincare Formulation Consultant to join their fully remote research and development team. This role is ideal for a seasoned chemist or formulator with a deep understanding of cosmetic science and a passion for creating high-performance skincare products. You will be instrumental in developing new formulations, optimizing existing ones, and ensuring product safety and efficacy. This position offers the chance to shape the future of skincare from anywhere, contributing to groundbreaking product innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and innovate new skincare formulations based on market trends, scientific research, and client needs.
• Optimize existing product formulations for enhanced performance, stability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct stability testing, compatibility studies, and efficacy assessments of formulations.
• Collaborate closely with R&D, marketing, and regulatory teams to bring new products from concept to market.
• Ensure all formulations comply with relevant cosmetic regulations and safety standards.
• Research and evaluate new raw materials, ingredients, and technologies for skincare applications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in skincare product formulation and development.
• In-depth knowledge of cosmetic ingredients, their functions, and interactions.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot formulation issues and achieve desired product attributes.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements for cosmetic products.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for bonuses based on product success.
• Complete flexibility of a fully remote work arrangement.
• Opportunities to work with cutting-edge ingredients and technologies in skincare.
• Access to a collaborative network of industry experts and R&D professionals.
• Contribution to a company committed to innovation and sustainability in the beauty sector.