Job Description
Development Chemist
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£35,000 - £40,000 dependent on experience
West Yorkshire
Blush & Bloom Talent are working with a leading player in the cosmetics and personal care industry, who are looking to recruit an experienced formulator to join their R&D team. You will be responsible for creating and developing new and existing formulations across the skincare, haircare and bath & body category. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a company that values creativity, collaboration, and professional growth.
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of formulating experience in the personal care industry. The successful candidate will have a proven background in formulation and product development, with a passion for creating innovative products.
Please note, you must have experience formulating personal care products to be considered for this opportunity.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and formulate new and existing personal care products, including skincare, haircare, and cosmetics.
- Conduct stability testing and analyse results to ensure product efficacy and safety.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, regulatory, and manufacturing, to bring new products to market.
- Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory requirements.
- Troubleshoot and resolve formulation issues during the development process.
- Prepare and maintain detailed documentation of formulations, processes, and test results.
- Assist in the scale-up and commercialisation of new products.
Key Requirements:
- Degree in chemistry, Cosmetic Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in the personal care industry.
- Strong knowledge of formulation techniques and ingredient functionalities.
- Experience with regulatory compliance and safety standards for personal care products.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.