Bayport Laboratories LLC
Director of Research Development Color Cosmetics
Bayport Laboratories LLC, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Benefits:
401(k)
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Reports To: President of R&D
Position Summary: We are seeking an inventive and highly strategic Director of R&D – Color Cosmetics to lead our formulation lab in the development of high-performance, clean, and on-trend color products. This role requires a rare blend of scientific depth and creative experimentation to deliver the next generation of beauty innovations for our clients.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the formulation and technical development of color cosmetics (lip, eye, face, and complexion).
Manage a team of chemists and technicians in a collaborative, innovation-first culture.
Translate trend insights, client briefs, and consumer needs into innovative, scalable formulas.
Partner cross-functionally to ensure smooth handoff from concept to commercialization.
Drive a strong innovation pipeline using new raw materials, textures, and technologies.
Ensure products meet all regulatory, safety, and quality standards globally.
Contribute to IP development, technical claims, and prototype presentation.
Foster a culture of curiosity, exploration, and excellence in formulation science.
Qualifications:
8–10 years of formulation experience in the color cosmetics industry.
Expertise in emulsion, anhydrous, pigment dispersion, and pressed powder technologies.
Strong understanding of ingredient trends (e.g. clean, vegan, long-wear, multifunctional).
Proven leadership of R&D teams and complex product portfolios.
Passion for innovation, formulation science, and working at the cutting edge of beauty.
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401(k)
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Reports To: President of R&D
Position Summary: We are seeking an inventive and highly strategic Director of R&D – Color Cosmetics to lead our formulation lab in the development of high-performance, clean, and on-trend color products. This role requires a rare blend of scientific depth and creative experimentation to deliver the next generation of beauty innovations for our clients.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the formulation and technical development of color cosmetics (lip, eye, face, and complexion).
Manage a team of chemists and technicians in a collaborative, innovation-first culture.
Translate trend insights, client briefs, and consumer needs into innovative, scalable formulas.
Partner cross-functionally to ensure smooth handoff from concept to commercialization.
Drive a strong innovation pipeline using new raw materials, textures, and technologies.
Ensure products meet all regulatory, safety, and quality standards globally.
Contribute to IP development, technical claims, and prototype presentation.
Foster a culture of curiosity, exploration, and excellence in formulation science.
Qualifications:
8–10 years of formulation experience in the color cosmetics industry.
Expertise in emulsion, anhydrous, pigment dispersion, and pressed powder technologies.
Strong understanding of ingredient trends (e.g. clean, vegan, long-wear, multifunctional).
Proven leadership of R&D teams and complex product portfolios.
Passion for innovation, formulation science, and working at the cutting edge of beauty.
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