Research & Innovation is the creative scientific hub at Cosmetica whose primary activity consists of research and formulation development based on clients’ briefs and internal innovation concepts. Upon approval, the new formulations lead to manufacturing of finished products and drive revenue for the company. The complex activities within R&I are possible through the commitment and expertise of the diverse talent pool, their mutual collaboration and continuous evolution and growth of technical capabilities. The Research and Innovation Senior Chemist is responsible for developing new and innovative formulas and re-engineering benchmark products while using innovative technology and raw materials. The Senior Chemist will evaluate technical issues and will provide recommendations for corrective actions, while supporting Technical Research Group (TRG) on first production batches of all new formulae or new processes as required. Active participation in client’s visits, calls, huddles, and risk assessment meetings are also expected from this position, while performing various tasks within the range of responsibilities listed below.
Key Accountabilities:
- Development of new and innovative formulas in various product categories
- Re--engineering of benchmark products in various product categories
- Ensure Formula compliance
- Research and maintain up to date knowledge / awareness of new raw materials, technologies, equipment and trends in cosmetic industry
- Preparation and documentation of all experimental lab batches including the operating instructions and all the applicable test results on the R&I electronic formula cards (Coptis) based on departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
- Perform all the applicable analytical testing based on product’s specification and written procedures
- Review and/or develop specifications for new products for suitability with existing manufacturing systems and feasibility of other advanced technologies
- Review and interpret analytical data related to all developed new and innovative products
- Evaluate technical issues and provide recommendations for corrective actions
- Design and lead D.O.Es
- Participate in Stability investigations as required
- Actively participate in Risk Assessment meetings as needed
- Provide guidelines and consult with Technical Resource Group and QE on processing of new products at the Scale Up stage
- Review and sign first Production batch cards
- Actively participate in clients’ visits, huddles, and conference calls on new and existing projects
- Provide assistance and / or training to co-workers / Chemists / Associate Chemists
- Maintain compliance with all health and safety standards, SOPs, GMP, GLP and regulatory requirements
- Maintain the cleanliness and sanitary conditions of laboratory equipment/instruments and working stations
- Assist in various R&I related lab work as required
Skills, Experience and Education Required:
- Post-secondary education (Bachelor or Master) in Science, preferably in Chemistry and related work experience
- 8 years of experience in formulation of Skin Care and Color Cosmetics products
- Excellent technical and practical knowledge of raw materials, their functions and application, and related technologies in the cosmetic field Excellent understanding and working knowledge of analytical instruments for conducting Physical/chemical testing of cosmetic products
- Good understanding of product development, performance evaluation and market trends
- Good knowledge of manufacturing, quality, GMP / GLP environments and 5S awareness
- Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills; Resourceful and solution oriented
- Must have good colour matching skills if expertise in colour cosmetics
- Excellent organizational, communication and computer literacy skills
- Must be a team player, creative, highly motivated and flexible with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Department: Research & Innovation (R&I) Centre
Reports to: Manager, Research & Innovation Laboratory
Level: S8
If you are interested, please contact Ivana Knezevic, Director, Research & Innovation Lab : iknezevic@cosmeticalabs.com
