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Clariant

Formulation Chemist

New Providence, NJ · On-site

This role provides laboratory-based formulation support for the development, customization, and ... The Formulation Chemist will support formulation projects by preparing prototypes, conducting ...

TekWissen LLC

Formulation Chemist

Middletown, VA · On-site

$30 - $35/hr

The job opportunity is for one of our clients specializing in biotechnology product development ... research, safety, and education. As the global leader in serving the field of science, our client ...

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Actalent

R&D Formulation Manager

Mainland, PA

$120K - $135K/yr

Job Title: R&D Formulation Manager As the Manager of R&D Formulation, you will lead the day-to-day ... Direct lab activities and supervise a team of chemists and technicians across multiple personal ...

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Mativ

Formulation Chemist

Dallas, TX · On-site

Formulation Chemist Mativ is a global leader in specialty materials headquartered in Alpharetta ... Wellness and Work Life Support - career development and educational assistance ABOUT MATIV Mativ ...

Orion Group

Formulation Chemist - III

Orange, CA · On-site

$46 - $50/hr

Formulation Chemist - III $46 - $50/hr with medical benefits available at a cost 2 year contract ... This position will be responsible for executing formulation development projects in collaboration ...

Hp

Research & Development Ink Chemist

Corvallis, OR

$93K - $143K/yr

Research & Development Ink Chemist Description - The R&D chemist position is in HP's imaging and ... Formulation design (includes design for performance, manufacturing and chemical regulatory ...

Hp

Research & Development Ink Chemist

Corvallis, OR · On-site

$93K - $143K/yr

Research & Development Ink Chemist Description - The R&D chemist position is in HP's imaging and ... Formulation design (includes design for performance, manufacturing and chemical regulatory ...

Astrix Inc

R&D Formulation Scientist

Columbus, IN · On-site

$27 - $30/hr

... Formulation Scientist to join our Research & Development team. The ideal candidate will have 3-5+ ... Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biology, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related ...

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How much do research and development formulation chemist jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for research and development formulation chemist in the United States is $85,329.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,500.00 and $110,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Research And Development Formulation Chemist vs Quality Control Chemist?

AspectResearch And Development Formulation ChemistQuality Control Chemist
Primary FocusDeveloping and optimizing new formulations and productsTesting and ensuring existing products meet quality standards
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, R&D departmentsManufacturing facilities, quality labs
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related fieldBachelor's in Chemistry or related field, certifications may vary
Industry UsageProduct development, innovationProduct consistency, compliance, quality assurance

Research And Development Formulation Chemists focus on creating and improving formulations, while Quality Control Chemists ensure products meet quality standards through testing. Both roles are essential in the product lifecycle but serve different purposes within the industry.

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Infographic showing various Research And Development Formulation Chemist job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,329 per year, or $41 per hour.

Formulation Chemist

Clariant

New Providence, NJ • On-site

Full-time

PTO

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Job Id: 41449 | Location: New Providence, New Jersey, USA | Work Model: Onsite
Clariant is currently seeking a Formulation Chemist to join the Lucas Meyer division of the Care Chemicals Business Unit in New Providence, New Jersey. This role provides laboratory-based formulation support for the development, customization, and evaluation of cosmetic formulations across skin care, hair care, sun care, and color cosmetics applications. The Formulation Chemist will support formulation projects by preparing prototypes, conducting laboratory testing, performing stability evaluations, maintaining formulation records, and assisting with technical investigations. Working closely with the Regional Formulation Manager and broader technical team, this position contributes to ingredient promotion initiatives, customer projects, and ongoing formulation development activities within the New Providence laboratory. This is a full-time, onsite laboratory position based in New Providence, NJ. Clariant offers a competitive salary, PTO, and an annual bonus. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact, grow your career, and be part of a collaborative, entrepreneurial team, we encourage you to apply today!
Responsibilities:
  • Support the development and customization of cosmetic formulations for skin care, hair care, sun care, and color cosmetic applications under the direction of the Regional Formulation Manager.
  • Prepare laboratory batches and prototypes to support formulation development, ingredient evaluations, customer projects, and promotional initiatives.
  • Assist with the evaluation of raw materials, ingredient functionality, processing parameters, and product performance characteristics.
  • Conduct laboratory investigations, formulation troubleshooting, and product optimization activities while documenting observations and results.
  • Initiate, monitor, and maintain stability studies in accordance with established procedures, including sample preparation, tracking, and data collection.
  • Maintain accurate formulation records, laboratory notebooks, stability data, and project documentation within designated systems and databases.
  • Support the preparation of prototypes, technical materials, and laboratory demonstrations for internal and external technical activities.
  • Collaborate with formulation scientists, technical teams, and other internal stakeholders to support project objectives and development activities.
  • Maintain laboratory equipment, inventory, raw materials, packaging components, and consumables to ensure an organized and efficient laboratory environment.
  • Follow all laboratory safety, quality, and regulatory requirements while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
  • 3-7 years of hands-on experience in a cosmetic or personal care formulation laboratory developing skin care, hair care, sun care, color cosmetic, or related products.
  • Working knowledge of cosmetic formulation principles, including emulsions, gels, gel-creams, raw material functionality, stability testing, and product evaluation.
  • Strong laboratory, documentation, and organizational skills with the ability to support multiple formulation projects and priorities simultaneously.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and formulation-related software, along with strong communication and collaboration skills in a team-oriented environment.

Our Offer:
Your Contact:
Mahogany McClurkin
Talent Acquisition Partner, NORAM
Mahogany.mcclurkin@clariant.com
Clariant is a Swiss-based global specialty chemicals company, which is concentrated and developed in three business units: Care Chemicals, Catalysts and Adsorbents & Additives. Our purpose as a company is reflected in our tagline "Greater chemistry - between people and planet", which considers the principles of customer, innovation and people orientation, as well as a focus on creating solutions to foster sustainability in different industries by offering high-value and high-performance chemical specialties.
At Clariant, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to our success. We strive to cultivate a workplace where all employees feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. Our diverse workforce allows us to tap into a wealth of perspectives, experiences, and capabilities that drive innovation. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for professional growth and advancement across all levels of the organization, based on objective criteria and regardless of gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, protected veteran status ,age, disability, sexual orientation or other aspects of diversity in accordance with the relevant governing laws. By bringing together talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints, we gain the agility to meet the evolving needs of our global customers and communities. Join our team to help advance our mission of fostering a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive.
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