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Formulation Chemist

Synectics Inc.
Irvine, CA Contractor
POSTED ON 7/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/29/2026
Description

  • This position will be responsible for executing formulation development projects in collaboration with staff scientists from the Allergan Aesthetics/SkinMedica product development team.
  • Key responsibilities include manufacturing topical cosmetic/OTC skincare formulas, maintaining laboratory notebooks and databases, managing raw material inventories and vendor relationships, conducting stability studies, performing analytical testing, and supporting pilot/scale-up activities.

Qualifications

  • 5 years minimum experience in topical cosmetic/OTC formulation development is required for level III.
  • Open to candidates with less experience (2-5 years) at level II
  • Working knowledge of topical cosmetic/OTC laboratory methods and familiarity with GLP/GMP
  • Hands-on experience operating laboratory equipment used in topical cosmetic/OTC formula development
  • Experience in pilot/scale-up activities would be a plus
  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills
  • Ability to work in fast-paced environment
  • Team player with a positive mindset

California Fair Chance Act

Synectics Inc. will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Synectics Inc. is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act/.

Benefits

Healthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.

Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.

Vision Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.

401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first of the month following at least 1 calendar year after employment begins.

Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary : $33 - $53

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