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R&D Formulation Scientist

Summit, NJ · On-site

$25 - $32/hr

Job Title: R&D Formulation Scientist Hourly/Salary Compensation Range: $25-32/hour Contract Length: 8 Months, with strong likelihoods of extension Location: Summit, NJ Hours: 8am-5pm Start Date: ASAP ...

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Cosmetics Formulation Scientist

Summit, NJ · On-site

Cosmetics Formulation Scientist Duration: 9 months contract, extendable up to 24 Months Location ... Research & Development: Assist in the development of new products and formulations by conducting ...

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How much do research and development formulation scientist jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for research and development formulation scientist in Summit, NJ is $41.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $30.14 and $49.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

AspectResearch And Development Formulation ScientistQuality Control Analyst
Primary RoleDevelops and formulates new products and formulationsTests and inspects products to ensure quality standards
Work EnvironmentLaboratories focused on product developmentQuality labs and manufacturing facilities
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in chemistry, pharmacy, or related fieldBachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or related field
Industry UsageCommonly employed in R&D departments of pharma, cosmetics, food industriesUsed across manufacturing and quality assurance sectors

While both roles require a background in science and similar credentials, the Research And Development Formulation Scientist focuses on creating and developing new formulations, whereas the Quality Control Analyst concentrates on testing and ensuring existing products meet quality standards.

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Infographic showing various Research And Development Formulation Scientist job openings in Summit, NJ as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,454 per year, or $41.1 per hour.

R&D Formulation Scientist

Summit, NJ • On-site

Medasource
Health Care and Social Assistance • 201 - 500 employees
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$25 - $32/hr

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Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Job Title: R&D Formulation Scientist

Hourly/Salary Compensation Range: $25-32/hour

Contract Length: 8 Months, with strong likelihoods of extension

Location: Summit, NJ

Hours: 8am-5pm

Start Date: ASAP

Interview Process: 2 rounds

Client Overview:

Our client is a global leader in consumer healthcare, delivering science-backed products that help millions of people improve their health and well-being every day. With a portfolio of trusted and recognizable brands spanning self-care, skincare, beauty, and essential health, the organization is committed to innovation, quality, and consumer trust. Operating in more than 100 countries, they combine deep scientific expertise with consumer insights to develop products that support healthier lives around the world.

Job Description:

The Formulation Scientist will support the Skin Health R&D team, contributing to both innovation and base business (commercialized products) within the skincare portfolio. This role will focus on formulation development, lab execution, and scale-up activities for consumer skincare products, including anti-aging formulations.

The ideal candidate will work under the guidance of senior scientists while also taking ownership of experiments, technical problem-solving, and project execution.

Skill Set Requirements:

  • Support end-to-end product development for skincare formulations, including innovation and commercialization of existing products
  • Execute laboratory experiments, including formulation development, testing, and analysis of skincare products
  • Assist in product design, formulation optimization, and process development/scale-up activities
  • Conduct Design of Experiments (DOE) to support investigations and product improvements
  • Process formulated products at lab scale and support transition to manufacturing
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, manufacturing, and external partners to support project execution
  • Analyze consumer insights and contribute to innovation pipeline development
  • Maintain accurate documentation, including technical reports and experimental data
  • Ensure compliance with company procedures, cGMP standards, and regulatory requirements
  • Support troubleshooting efforts related to formulation, supply disruptions, or product upgrades


Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmacy, or related field
  • Strong foundation of batching experience
  • 1–4 years of experience in formulation development (academic or industry)
  • Experience with skincare, or cosmetic products
  • Strong foundation in formulated systems (emulsions, surfactants, suspensions, structured liquids)
  • Hands-on laboratory experience executing experiments and processing formulations
  • Understanding of material chemistry and basic process equipment
  • Experience supporting process development or scale-up activities
  • Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills
  • Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)


Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience formulating anti-aging products
  • Familiarity with cGMP and regulatory standards
  • Experience working with external manufacturing partners
  • Exposure to technical project management or cross-functional collaboration
  • Ability to work independently while contributing within a team environment


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