Associate Scientist

Description

Responsibilities will include the development of new products, or modifications of existing ones.  Will be responsible for the accurate characterization and testing of cosmetic formulae.  Will assigned several projects of different degrees of complexity. Ensures the timely completion of product development activities. Supervised by Senior members of the laboratory.

• Learns the usage of raw materials and the fundamentals of the technical development of new products.
• Learns the process of new product development from laboratory prototype submissions through First Production support.
• Actively develops commercially feasible new products or modifies existing ones. Projects are of moderate complexity.
• Assures that all testing to guarantee a marketable final product is on schedule.
• Determines stability of the formulations and ensures commercial feasibility.
• Keeps laboratory management informed of project progress. May make project direction recommendations.
• Stays abreast of developments in the cosmetic field and continues to demonstrate performance improvement.
• Interfaces with all R&D departments, QA, Technical Services, Manufacturing and NY Products Department.
• Learn and grow knowledge base around the fundamentals of cosmetic technology.

Qualifications

• BS Degree in relevant scientific field, Chemistry preferred
• 0-2 minimum years of experience

Additional Job Specifications

• Required knowledge of Word and Excel. Email (Outlook preferred). Knowledge of R&D System preferred (but not required).
• Ability to work in the lab. Standing at lab bench, wearing required PPE, comfortable working around mixers, homogenizers, hot water baths, and cosmetic raw materials. The formulator should be able to evaluate skin care products on hand & face.