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Formulation Chemist

Lensa
St Louis, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 12/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/17/2026
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Job Title: Formulation Chemist

Job Description

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Formulations Scientist to join our team for a specialized project involving the review of 34 customer product formulations. This role is essential in ensuring all products meet FDA regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will bring deep chemistry expertise and a strong experience in regulatory compliance within FDA-regulated environments. While this position will have the support of the Formulation Chemist and Regulatory team, it will require working independently without supervision.

Responsibilities

  • Review and evaluate 34 customer-submitted product formulations for FDA compliance.
  • Identify regulatory risks and provide actionable recommendations for reformulation or documentation updates.
  • Interpret and apply FDA regulations related to product ingredients, labeling, and safety.
  • Collaborate with internal regulatory, quality, and product development teams.
  • Prepare comprehensive reports detailing compliance status and required corrective actions.
  • Stay current with FDA guidelines, industry trends, and regulatory updates.

Essential Skills

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field (Master's or Ph.D. preferred).
  • 3 years of experience in formulation science within an FDA-regulated industry.
  • Proven expertise in regulatory compliance and FDA standards.
  • Strong understanding of chemical composition, ingredient interactions, and safety assessments.
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple formulations and meet project deadlines.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience with cosmetic, OTC drug, or dietary supplement formulations.
  • Familiarity with INCI nomenclature and ingredient databases.
  • Regulatory Affairs Certification (RAC) or similar credential is a plus.

Work Environment

This position offers flexibility with the option to work on-site or remotely, on a full-time or part-time basis until the work is complete. The work environment includes office and laboratory settings.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Saint Louis, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $70.00/hr.

Requirements

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

  • Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Saint Louis,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com ( actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

If you have questions about this posting, please contact support@lensa.com

Salary : $50 - $70

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