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Sr. Chemist - Skincare - Englewood Lab

Englewood Lab
Totowa, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/13/2026
Title: Sr. Chemist - Skincare

Reports to: Chief Scientific Officer

Department: R&D – Skincare

Responsibility Summary: The Sr. Skincare Chemist is responsible for leading the development of innovative skincare formulations while supporting business and client needs. This role oversees product development from concept through scale-up, ensures compliance with regulatory requirements (including OTC and color), and provides technical leadership by mentoring junior chemists. The position also involves collaboration with cross-functional teams and customers, evaluation of new materials and technologies, and support within both laboratory and production environments to ensure high-quality, market-ready products.

Responsibilities:

The Sr. Skincare Chemist is responsible for supporting the company's business events through a variety of tasks, including:

  • Formulate and facilitate development of innovative skin care products, line extensions, and product improvements.
  • Supervise, mentor, teach, and lead junior chemists in skincare cosmetics formulation
  • Proactively scan and research new concepts, materials, technical opportunities and partnerships
  • Work in the production environment whenever necessary.
  • Work with project managers/customers to develop the product forms and shade palettes they expect.
  • Understand and comply with color regulations.
  • Developing stability protocols for skincare products and monitor product stability.
  • Advise on lab equipment needs
  • Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

Qualifications:

  • BS in Chemistry or higher in a related field.
  • Minimum of 8 years in developing R&D skin care formulations
  • Must have experience in OTC product development
  • SPF and color formulation experience is preferred
  • Strong understanding of formulations and scale-up
  • Have good understanding of production equipment and their uses
  • Have a good understanding of the raw materials used in skincare cosmetics
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 10-15 pounds

Compensation & Benefits:

The approximate pay range for this position is $80,000 - $110,000. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities.

The benefit package includes:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life
  • PTO
  • Special Paid Leave for employees’ personal events
  • Company Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) employer match
  • Year-End G

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