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System One

Hair Care Formulation Scientist

Cranbury, NJ · On-site

$70/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Bachelor's or Master's in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical ... Familiarity with formulation scale-up processes and working closely with contract manufacturers

System One

Hair Care Formulation Scientist

Cranbury, NJ · On-site

$70/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Bachelor's or Master's in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical ... Familiarity with formulation scale-up processes and working closely with contract manufacturers

GLC On-The-Go

Local Contract Pharmacist

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$62.50 - $75/hr

Doctor of Pharmacy from an ACPE (American Council of Pharmaceutical Education)-accredited school of ... Compounding of prescriptions, the formulation, preparation, bulk compounding, selection, dispensing ...

TekWissen LLC

Formulation Technician II

Bend, OR · On-site

$25 - $27/hr

... pharmaceutical services under their industry-leading brands. Position: Formulation Technician II ... Contract Work Type: Onsite Shift Timings: 1st shift, M-F, 6AM-3PM Summary: Performs current Good ...

Adare Pharma

Formulations Technical Specialist

Vandalia, OH · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Our Business Adare Pharma Solutions is a global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization ... A basic understanding of pharmaceutical formulation development * A basic understanding of ...

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As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract pharmaceutical formulation in the United States is $22.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $22.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectContract Pharmaceutical FormulationPharmaceutical Formulation Scientist
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in pharmacy, chemistry, or related field; often with experience in formulation developmentRequires a degree in pharmacy, chemistry, or pharmaceutical sciences; often with advanced research experience
Work EnvironmentContract labs, CROs, or outsourcing companies; project-based workIn-house R&D labs, pharmaceutical companies; ongoing research and development
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by contract organizations serving multiple clients in pharma industryEmployed directly by pharmaceutical companies or research institutions

Contract Pharmaceutical Formulation professionals focus on developing formulations on a project basis for various clients, often working in contract labs. Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientists typically work within pharmaceutical companies, conducting ongoing research to develop and optimize drug formulations. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds but differ mainly in work setting and employment type.

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Hair Care Formulation Scientist

System One

Cranbury, NJ • On-site

$70/hr

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Hair Care Formulation Scientist Location: Cranbury, New Jersey Type: Direct Hire Compensation: $70-80k Contractor Work Model: Onsite – onsite Hours: 8:30 AM- 4:30 PM M-F

Seeking a highly motivated and innovative Hair Scientist with a strong background in formulation development. The ideal candidate will have 5–7 years of industry experience in hair care product innovation, specializing in formulation chemistry, stability testing, and scale-up for commercial launch. This role requires technical expertise in hair fiber science, ingredient interactions, and regulatory compliance, combined with proven success in driving projects from concept through commercialization. Responsibilities

  • Develop, optimize, and validate innovative hair care formulations
  • Design new chassis formulations and develop in various packaging formats
  • Conduct detailed research on ingredient performance, hair fiber interactions, and novel technologies to enhance product efficacy and sensorial appeal
  • Design and analyze experiments to evaluate product stability
  • Partner with cross-functional teams (Product Development, Regulatory, Quality, Manufacturing) to translate consumer insights into scientifically sound product solutions
  • Prepare technical documentation including formulation guidelines, raw material specifications, and batch manufacturing records
  • Ensure formulations meet regulatory and safety requirements
  • Provide technical guidance in troubleshooting formulation challenges and scaling laboratory batches to pilot and production levels
  • Contribute to building organizational knowledge in hair science and formulation
  • Keep current on industry trends, technological advances, and raw materials to proactively identify opportunities for innovation

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related discipline
  • Minimum 4+ years of hands-on formulation experience in hair care R&D (Ideal candidate will have 5–7 years of industry experience in hair care product innovation, specializing in formulation chemistry, stability testing, and scale-up for commercial launch).
  • Strong knowledge of colloid and surface chemistry, emulsion science, rheology, and polymer interactions in hair formulations
  • Proven track record of developing and launching successful commercial hair care products
  • Experience with stability and compatibility testing, and understanding of claims substantiation, and consumer evaluation methodologies
  • Familiarity with formulation scale-up processes and working closely with contract manufacturers
  • Fundamental understanding of global cosmetics regulations and raw material compliance
  • Formulating experience with hair treatment products, styling products and fixatives formulations.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

#M3 Ref: #558-Scientific