Chemist-Chemaid Research & Development Salaried SG&A

kdc/one•Saddle Brook, NJ

1d•$72,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently seeking an experienced and challenged individual to be our next Chemist to prepare laboratory batches of personal care, hair care and skin care products as per issued formulations and product specifications from Formulating Team.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of chemistry and chemical interactions for personal care, hair care and skin care products.
Strong mathematical aptitude.
Professional written and oral communication skills.
Computer literate in Excel, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Outlook.
Attention to detail and analytical thinking, ability to apply general concepts to specific problems to produce positive results
Must be familiar with laboratory equipment used in the process of creating bench batches.
Has basic working knowledge and understanding of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures within the field.
Exercises independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance with relation to matters of importance within the Research & Development company sector
Bachelor of Science or higher in Chemistry and/or a combination of vocational training, education and experience that is equivalent to the employment standards listed above and provides the required knowledge and skills.
Five (5) to eight (8) years’ experience in the personal care, hair care and skin care industry.
A minimum of four (4) years in a Research and Development Junior Chemist or Chemist role.

Responsibilities

Prepare submission bench batches for client approvals based on prescribed formulations and product specifications.
Compile and analyze test information to make improvements as needed to reach desired results.
Confer with formulators and provide recommendations to improve or customize formulas, processes or analytical methods.
Ensure stability, and efficacy according to project requirements. Issue product specifications as required and maintain relevant data throughout each product’s development.
Maintain accurate real time entries on lab notebooks to ensure accuracy and completeness and associated electronic data bases.
Analyze information and evaluate results to choose/recommend the best solution for solving problems.
Participate in the training and mentoring of junior chemists to ensure compliance with proper laboratory procedures, lab notebook entries and equipment use.
Maintain adherence to cGMP’s (current Good Manufacturing Procedures), GLP’s (Good Laboratory Procedures), and SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures) for the personal care industry.
Perform other related duties as assigned.