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CPS, Inc.

Senior Cosmetic Chemist

CPS, Inc., Naperville, Illinois, United States, 60564

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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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