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Hair Care Formulation Chemist

Atrium

South Brunswick, NJ

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$70,000–$80,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Best Practices, Biology, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Colloidal Chemistry, Communication Skills, Consumer Goods and Services, Contract Manufacturing, Cross-Functional, Customer/Client Research, Dental Insurance, Emerging Technology, Genetics, Health Plan, Industry Standards, Industry/Trade Analysis, Interviewing Skills, Leading Edge Technology, Manufacturing, Performance Management, Performance Testing, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Personal Care, Polymers, Problem Solving Skills, Product Development, Product Support, Product/Service Launch, Project/Program Management, Quality Metrics, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Research & Development (R&D), Rheology, Safety Standards, Short Messaging Service (SMS), Stability Analysis, Team Player, Technical Delivery, Technical Writing, Vision Plan, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
South Brunswick, NJ
POSTED
5 days ago
Client Overview:
Our client, a leading consumer products organization focused on developing innovative, science-driven personal care solutions, is seeking a Hair Care Formulation Chemist to drive the creation and optimization of high-performance hair care products. The company combines advanced research, consumer insights, and cutting-edge ingredient technologies to deliver products that meet evolving market needs and consumer expectations.

Salary/Hourly Rate:
$70k - $80k

Position Overview:
The Hair Care Formulation Chemist is responsible for developing, optimizing, and commercializing innovative hair care products, with a focus on treatments, styling products, fixatives, shampoos, and conditioners. The Hair Care Formulation Chemist leverages deep expertise in formulation science, hair biology, and ingredient technologies to create high-performing products while collaborating cross-functionally to ensure successful scale-up, regulatory compliance, and continuous innovation. The Hair Care Formulation Chemist is fully on-site 5 days a week. Occasional domestic travel is required for the Hair Care Formulation Chemist.

Responsibilities of the Hair Care Formulation Chemist:
  • Formulate, improve, and evaluate innovative hair care products, including treatments, styling aids, and fixative systems.
  • Design and create new formulation platforms (chassis) to support product innovation and pipeline development.
  • Lead product development across a variety of packaging formats and delivery systems.
  • Conduct in-depth research on ingredient functionality, hair fiber science, and emerging technologies to improve product performance, consumer benefits, and sensory attributes.
  • Design, execute, and analyze experiments to assess product stability, compatibility, and overall performance.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Product Development, Regulatory, Quality, and Manufacturing, to translate consumer insights into effective, science-based product solutions.
  • Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including formulation procedures, raw material specifications, stability protocols, and manufacturing batch records.
  • Ensure all formulations comply with applicable regulatory, safety, and quality standards.
  • Provide technical expertise in resolving formulation challenges and support the scale-up of products from laboratory development through pilot and commercial production.
  • Contribute to the advancement of organizational expertise in hair science, formulation technologies, and best practices.
  • Stay informed of industry trends, emerging technologies, competitive products, and new raw materials to identify opportunities for continuous innovation.
Required Experience/Skills for the Hair Care Formulation Chemist:
  • Minimum of 4 years of hands-on formulation experience within hair care research and development.
  • Working knowledge of shampoo and conditioner formulations.
  • Strong understanding of colloid and surface chemistry, emulsion technology, rheology, polymer science, and their applications in hair care formulations.
  • Demonstrated success in developing, commercializing, and launching hair care products in the marketplace.
  • Experience conducting stability, compatibility, and performance testing, with knowledge of claims substantiation and consumer evaluation methodologies.
  • Familiarity with formulation scale-up processes and collaboration with contract manufacturing partners.
  • Working knowledge of cosmetic regulations, raw material compliance requirements, and global industry standards.
Preferred Experience/Skills for the Hair Care Formulation Chemist:
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, project management, and communication skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, and innovation-driven environment.
Education Requirements:
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific discipline is required.
Benefits:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including an HSA medical plan with an employer contribution.
  • Pretax flexible spending for medical, dependent care, transit, and parking.
  • 401(K) with match.
  • PTO.
Job Wrapping ID: #LI-AJ3

About Atrium:What you do matters. Guided by our Applicant-Centric™ approach, we foster an environment of collaboration, high performance, and innovation where your talents are valued, and your achievements are celebrated. Join us and become part of an inclusive team committed to your growth and success. By applying to this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, and/or emails from Atrium and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to opt out on any message you receive. For more details, please review our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy . As a woman-owned firm, we value diversity. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), age, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Candidates who apply for roles through the Atrium website will be added to our candidate pool and may be considered for additional roles of a similar title. Please contact us to request an accommodation.
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Position ID: 401015

About the Company

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Atrium

Founded in 1995, Atrium is a global WBENC certified leader in Extended Workforce Management and Talent Solutions that partners with the world’s largest brands to reimagine how work gets done. Guided by our Applicant-Centric™ philosophy, we approach hiring from the perspective of the candidate. By getting to know you and listening to what truly motivates you, we build lasting relationships and find our applicants jobs they love.

COMPANY SIZE
250 to 500 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1995
WEBSITE
https://www.atriumglobal.com

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