Chemist (Temporary) - R&D Formulation Support

Dermalogica • Carson, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Dermalogica is seeking a temporary, hands-on R&D Chemist to support bench-scale formulation, batching, and stability placement for skincare products. The role supports active development programs in the laboratory and is based at the company’s corporate headquarters in Carson, California. It is fully on-site, five days per week, with no remote or hybrid work. The stated pay rate is $35 per hour.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of hands-on formulation or laboratory experience.
• Strong bench skills, including weighing, mixing, heating and cooling, and pH adjustment.
• Familiarity with stability programs and sample tracking.
• Detail-oriented, with strong documentation and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently with clear direction.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook, for documentation and data entry.

Nice To Haves

• Cosmetics or personal care experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bench-scale batches following established formulas and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Support stability setup, including labeling, documentation, and sample placement.
• Accurately record batch data, observations, and deviations.
• Maintain laboratory organization, raw material handling, and equipment cleanliness.
• Partner with formulation and stability teams to support active projects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level