Formulation chemist

Formulation chemist needs Bachelor of Science or Master of Science in Chemistry, Biology, Engineering or related field

Formulation chemist requires:

Minimum 0-1 years of industry experience (Bachelor degree)

Bachelor of Science or Master of Science in Chemistry, Biology, Engineering or related field

Minimum 0-1 years of industry experience (Master degree)

Great Computer skills

Strong communication skills Travel to pilot facility in Trumbull, CT and manufacturing facility in Geneva New York

Formulation chemist duties:

Formulate hair related products under supervision of Senior Chemist or Manager. Understand, utilize and document within laboratory notebook and Enginuity every batch made with details of reason for the batch, batching notes, batch specification results and other test results as applicable.

Understand, follow and adhere to project cost objectives and timelines for each project and develop cost estimates with supervisor. Follow requirements of the new product development process and follow through with action plans to meet the goals and timeline of the project. Conduct stability as required by department policy, i.e., track stability, update results charts and summarize data for review at each test period.

Design and develop, as well as conduct efficacy testing, as required for projects and requested by supervisor - Co-ordinate Salon Testing; Design & conduct laboratory efficacy, field and claims tests and write reports detailing experiments, and analysis and summary of results. Co-ordinate Microbiological and Safety Testing.

Communicate formulation stability and efficacy results and issues promptly and thoroughly as well as make recommendations for change/improvements when stability or efficacy testing fails. Interact with raw material vendors and other industry representatives to further expand on the understanding of their products, technologies and services.