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System One Holdings, LLC

Hair Care Scientist

NJ · On-site

$70/hr

Hair Care Scientist Location: Cranbury, New Jersey Type: Direct Hire Compensation: $70-80k ... Prepare technical documentation including formulation guidelines, raw material specifications, and ...

Ashland

Senior Scientist, Hair Care

Bridgewater, NJ · On-site

Work closely with hair stylist and help troubleshoot formulation issues when necessary * Work with ... Experienced in evaluating hair care ingredients and developing methodologies to do it.

Harry's

Soft Products Formulation Chemist

Wayne, NJ · On-site

... hair, and skin care products at an exceptional value. Launched in 2013, Harry's redefined the ... About the Role The Soft Product Formulation Chemist will support the global development of new ...

Harry's

Soft Products Formulation Chemist

Wayne, NJ

$90K - $100K/yr

About the Team The R&D Soft Product Innovation Team at Harry's is responsible for all personal care ... Support the development and optimization of formulations across skincare, bodycare, haircare ...

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As of Jun 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for hair care 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.

What is the difference between Hair Care Formulation vs Hair Chemist?

AspectHair Care FormulationHair Chemist
CredentialsCosmetic science degrees, certifications in formulationAdvanced degrees in chemistry, cosmetic science certifications
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, R&D departments, manufacturing facilitiesLaboratories, research institutions, manufacturing plants
Industry UsageDeveloping hair care products like shampoos, conditioners, treatmentsResearching chemical properties, testing formulations, quality control

Hair Care Formulation involves creating and developing hair care products, focusing on ingredient combinations and product stability. Hair Chemists often have advanced chemistry backgrounds and work on the scientific research behind formulations. Both roles are essential in the hair care industry, with overlapping skills but different focuses—formulation on product development, chemists on chemical research and analysis.

Infographic showing various Hair Care Formulation job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 13% Temporary. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,488 per year, or $22.8 per hour.
Hair Care Scientist

Hair Care Scientist

System One Holdings, LLC

NJ • On-site

$70/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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Job description

Job Title: Hair Care 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
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
  • 4+ years of hands-on formulation experience in hair care R&D
  • 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

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.
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