Associate Chemist (Antiperspirant/Deodorant Formulation Development)

Revlon Corporate•Kenilworth, NJ

2d•$66,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

Revlon is seeking an Associate Chemist to join its R&D Antiperspirant/Deodorant Formulation team. This onsite role requires full-time presence at the Kenilworth, New Jersey office. The associate will work with internal colleagues and external vendors to develop antiperspirant and deodorant products in multiple forms. The role includes formulation work, with a primary focus on organizational systems entry and product release activities for personal care products. The ideal candidate has some personal care formulation experience and an interest in developing those skills further. The associate will support projects from initiation through formulation, testing, documentation, and commercialization; coordinate activities with partner functions; and ensure progress against project timelines and cost targets. The role also involves product stability and other testing, management of formula and ingredient information for regulatory and safety reviews, issuing production standards and batch cards, supporting existing-product reformulations, and helping resolve manufacturing, production, and product-performance issues.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline.
0–3 years of experience in cosmetics formulation development.
Proficiency using computer systems and databases.
Knowledge of basic principles used in cosmetic science and formulation.
Ability to work independently and as part of a matrix team, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent project-management skills and ability to manage multiple projects while meeting tight time constraints.
Ability to multitask and collaborate in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Commitment to accuracy, attention to detail, and quality of information generated.
Willingness to take ownership and accountability to drive projects forward efficiently and on time.
Ability to navigate organizational systems and workflows to code formulations, document product information, and formally release products into downstream programs.
Ability to operate standard laboratory equipment, including mixers, viscometers, and pH meters.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employment visa support; Revlon cannot sponsor or transfer employment visas for this role.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the antiperspirant/deodorant category.

Responsibilities

Develop and deliver antiperspirant and deodorant products across product forms and segments in a fast-paced environment.
Partner with lab personnel, including the laboratory Manager, to drive projects from initiation through formulation, testing, documentation, and commercialization, coordinating with partner functions and meeting timelines.
Prepare or facilitate product formulations for evaluation and testing.
Conduct and record product stability testing and identify solutions when issues arise.
Coordinate product testing with matrix partners, including microbiology, safety, efficacy, and packaging testing.
Manage collection, database entry, and approval of formula and ingredient information for regulatory and safety reviews, ingredient copy, claims, and artwork.
Manage collection, submission, and review of required Safety, Clinical, Microbiology, Packaging, Stability, Line Trial, and First Production testing and processes, aligned with timelines and cost targets.
Issue formula standards and batch cards for further production.
Represent R&D in matrix team meetings, update product development status, and respond to changes.
Develop and maintain strategic relationships with raw material suppliers and evaluate new formulation opportunities.
Maintain knowledge of current regulations and monitor pending regulatory requirements.
Support reformulation and implementation of existing products affected by global regulatory changes and formulation-related value-improvement projects, completing work before required compliance or implementation dates.
Help resolve manufacturing, production, consumer, and other performance issues for new and existing products.
Help ensure a safe, open, and collaborative work environment in the Antiperspirant/Deodorant lab.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and their families.
Company-paid basic life insurance.
Company-paid short-term disability insurance, effective upon hire, providing a portion of base salary for up to 26 weeks if disabled.
Long-term disability.
Supplemental life insurance.
Flexible spending accounts.
Critical illness insurance.
Group legal benefits.
Identity theft protection.
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan.
Three weeks of vacation, prorated in the first year based on hire date; vacation depends on role.
Twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
Certain positions may be eligible for short-term incentives as part of total compensation.