CPS, Inc.
Overview
An established personal care manufacturer is looking for an experienced
R&D Chemist III
to join its on-site product development team. In this role, you'll work on a wide range of formulations including skincare, OTC topicals, and sun care, contributing to projects from concept through scale-up and commercialization.
You'll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams in packaging, regulatory, marketing, and operations—all housed under one roof—to bring high-quality, innovative products to market.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and scale up cosmetic and OTC formulations
Design and execute experiments, analyze data, and troubleshoot product issues
Ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards (FDA, ICH, cGMP)
Conduct raw material evaluations and stability testing
Maintain accurate technical documentation throughout the development process
Requirements
BS/MS/PhD in Chemistry, Biology, or related field
8-10+ years of formulation experience in personal care, cosmetics, OTC, or related industries
Strong lab skills with emulsions, balms, creams, or sunscreens
Familiarity with lab and production equipment
Excellent communication, organization, and documentation skills
Great role for a hands-on chemist who enjoys full-cycle product development in a collaborative, on-site setting.
How to apply If you’d like to hear more about this opportunity and others we are currently working on, please contact Tory Mack at tmack@cps4jobs.com.
Job Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Science and Research
Industries: Personal Care Product Manufacturing
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Tuition assistance
Disability insurance
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R&D Chemist III
to join its on-site product development team. In this role, you'll work on a wide range of formulations including skincare, OTC topicals, and sun care, contributing to projects from concept through scale-up and commercialization.
You'll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams in packaging, regulatory, marketing, and operations—all housed under one roof—to bring high-quality, innovative products to market.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and scale up cosmetic and OTC formulations
Design and execute experiments, analyze data, and troubleshoot product issues
Ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards (FDA, ICH, cGMP)
Conduct raw material evaluations and stability testing
Maintain accurate technical documentation throughout the development process
Requirements
BS/MS/PhD in Chemistry, Biology, or related field
8-10+ years of formulation experience in personal care, cosmetics, OTC, or related industries
Strong lab skills with emulsions, balms, creams, or sunscreens
Familiarity with lab and production equipment
Excellent communication, organization, and documentation skills
Great role for a hands-on chemist who enjoys full-cycle product development in a collaborative, on-site setting.
How to apply If you’d like to hear more about this opportunity and others we are currently working on, please contact Tory Mack at tmack@cps4jobs.com.
Job Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Science and Research
Industries: Personal Care Product Manufacturing
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Tuition assistance
Disability insurance
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