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Formulation Chemist

Atrium

Holmdel, NJ

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$30–$35 Per Hour
SKILLS
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Data Quality, Detail Oriented, Develop and Maintain Customers, Documentation, Genetics, Identify Issues, Industry/Trade Analysis, Interviewing Skills, Laboratory, Laboratory Notebook, Laboratory Techniques, Manufacturing, Marketing, Materials Analysis, Materials Testing, Multitasking, Personal Care, Product Development, Product Documentation, Product Management, Product Support, Project/Program Management, Record Keeping, Research & Development (R&D), Short Messaging Service (SMS), Stability Analysis, Team Player, Testing, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Holmdel, NJ
POSTED
1 day ago
Client Overview:
Our client is known for developing innovative, consumer-loved products within the skincare and personal care space. They are looking to add a Formulation Chemist to their team.

Salary/Hourly Rate:
$30/hr - $35/hr

Position Overview:
The Formulation Chemist will support the R&D with new product formulation, reformulation, raw material evaluation, stability testing, sample preparation, and project documentation. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on personal care formulation experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced lab environment and can manage multiple projects with strong attention to detail. The Formulation Chemist will work under management direction while also taking ownership of assigned projects, maintaining accurate lab records, and partnering cross-functionally to support product development timelines.

Responsibilities of the Formulation Chemist:
  • Develop new formulas and reformulate existing products under management guidance.
  • Maintain detailed laboratory notebooks and ensure formula information is accurately tracked in internal databases.
  • Support troubleshooting and resolution of formula-related issues.
  • Conduct stability testing, including tracking texture, odor, pH, viscosity, and other product attributes.
  • Update stability charts and summarize data for review at each testing interval.
  • Label and submit product samples to Marketing according to SOPs.
  • Evaluate new and interesting raw materials for future product development projects.
  • Support project cost objectives, timelines, and assigned calendar milestones.
  • Participate in continuous improvement efforts when needed.
  • Partner with Product Development, Quality, Manufacturing, Packaging, and Marketing teams as needed.
  • Complete additional tasks assigned by management.
Required Experience/Skills for the Formulation Chemist:
  • 2 - 3 years of hands-on personal care product formulation experience required.
  • Experience with cosmetics or related personal care products strongly preferred.
  • Familiarity with stability testing, raw material evaluation, product documentation, and lab notebook practices.
  • Knowledge of current beauty and personal care industry trends.
  • Strong organization, communication, and writing skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines.
  • Proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working both independently and within a team.
Preferred Experience/Skills for the Formulation Chemist:
  • Experience with personal care products is strongly preferred.
Education Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related science field is required.
Benefits:
  • Atrium Care Package available, upon eligibility (including healthcare plans, discount programs, and paid time off).
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Position ID: 396627

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