Senior Chemist (Secaucus NJ)
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Qualifications / Experience
MS or MS equivalent in Chemistry or BS Degree in Chemistry +5 yrs exp. in cosmetic formulation and research
Strong background in organic and inorganic synthesis, chemical purification, polymer science & computational
chemistry
Expertise in modern instruments (GC, MS, UV, and HPLC etc)
Expertise in structural identification techniques (GC/MS, FTIR, NMR & computational programs) is a must.
Job Summary
Research new ingredients or new combination of ingredients, for skin, hair, color cosmetics and personal care
products
Test and analyze product to determine strength, stability, purity, chemical content and other characteristics
Prepare and analyze chemical solution for use in processing materials using GC, HPLC, Refractometers,
Viscometers, and Homogenizers following standardized formulas or experimental procedures
Perform scale-up of Batches from Laboratory scale to production scale
Validate production and test procedures
Develop products formulas, Color match pigments and effect pigments particularly professional quality make-up
and other color cosmetics manufactured in-house