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Capsum Inc

Senior Formulation Chemist

Del Valle, TX · On-site

Position Summary The Senior Formulation Chemist will lead the formulation development of innovative skincare, haircare, body care, color cosmetics, and hybrid beauty products from concept through ...

W3Global Inc.

R&D Senior Formulation Chemist

Amityville, NY · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

Our client is a prominent leader in the pharmaceutical skincare sector , renowned for its expertise ... JOB SUMMARY The R&D Senior Formulation Chemist aims to ensure all our Clients Skincare Holdings ...

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 ... Our client is seeking candidates with a passion and prior experience in the development of skincare ...

SV Labs Corporation

Formulation Chemist

Watsonville, CA · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION The Formulation Chemist is responsible for the research, design, and development of innovative personal care and home care products, including skincare, haircare, body care and ...

SV Labs Corporation

Formulation Chemist

Watsonville, CA · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION The Formulation Chemist is responsible for the research, design, and development of innovative personal care and home care products, including skincare, haircare, body care and ...

Actalent

R&D Formulation Manager

Mainland, PA

$120K - $135K/yr

... skincare, haircare, and oral care. You will oversee project execution across various categories, manage lab operations, and ensure formulation readiness from initial brief to customer delivery. You ...

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As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for skincare 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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A Skincare Formulation job involves developing and testing cosmetic and skincare products by selecting and blending active ingredients, emulsifiers, preservatives, and other components to create safe and effective formulations. Professionals in this role work in laboratories to ensure product stability, efficacy, and compliance with industry regulations. They collaborate with dermatologists, chemists, and marketing teams to refine formulations based on consumer needs and regulatory requirements.

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To excel in Skincare Formulation, you need a strong background in cosmetic chemistry, product development, and a relevant scientific degree such as chemistry, biochemistry, or pharmacy. Familiarity with formulation software, regulatory guidelines (such as FDA or EU cosmetics regulations), and laboratory equipment is essential. Attention to detail, creativity, and effective teamwork are important soft skills in this role. These abilities are vital to develop safe, innovative, and effective skincare products that comply with industry standards.

What are the typical day-to-day responsibilities of someone working in skincare formulation?

A skincare formulation professional typically spends their days developing new skincare products, testing prototypes in the lab, and adjusting formulas based on stability, efficacy, and safety results. They often collaborate with regulatory specialists, marketing teams, and packaging engineers to ensure products meet compliance and consumer needs. Routine duties also include documenting formulations, sourcing raw materials, and staying updated on the latest ingredient innovations. This dynamic workflow provides a balance of hands-on laboratory work, cross-department collaboration, and ongoing learning in the field.

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Skincare Formulations Manager

Skincare Formulations Manager

Atrium

North Brunswick, NJ • On-site

Other

Posted 26 days ago

Atrium Health rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 621 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

191st of 884 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Client Overview


Our client is a leading consumer products organization focused on innovation, quality, and performance-driven skincare solutions, and is looking to hire an R&D Manager – Skincare for their Skincare division. The company is dedicated to developing high-quality products that meet evolving consumer needs while maintaining strong standards for formulation excellence, manufacturing, and regulatory compliance

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The R&D Manager – Skincare is responsible for leading the development, optimization, and commercialization of innovative skincare formulations across treatment-focused categories. The ideal candidate for the R&D Manager – Skincare role will bring strong expertise in skincare formulation science, hands-on bench development experience, and leadership capabilities within a fast-paced consumer products environment. This is an on-site direct-hire opportunity with standard working hours of 8:30 AM to 4:3

0 PM.
Responsibilities Of The R&D Manager – Sk

  • incare
    Lead the development of innovative skincare formulations focused on ingredient performance, product efficacy, and emerging market
  • trends.Conduct hands-on bench development and guide technical teams through formulation optimization acti
  • vities.Research and evaluate new ingredient technologies and formulation appr
  • oaches.Support commercialization activities including pilot batches, manufacturing transfers, and production
  • trials.Collaborate with Packaging, Quality, Manufacturing, Sourcing, Operations, and Product Management
  • teams.Ensure product stability, compatibility, and regulatory compliance standards are main
  • tained.Partner with Project Management teams to achieve development timelines and mile
  • stones.Lead, mentor, and develop formulation scientists and technical
  • staff.Improve formulation and manufacturing processes to enhance scalability, efficiency, and product q
  • uality.Support sustainability initiatives through formulation practices and ingredient sel
  • ection.Maintain relationships with suppliers, external laboratories, and manufacturing pa
  • rtners.Stay current on skincare trends, ingredient technologies, and cosmetic regul

ations.
Required Experience/Skills For The R&D Manager –

  • Skincare
    7 - 10 years of experience in skincare or consumer product innovation and formulation dev
  • elopment.Strong knowledge of skincare formulation science and ingredient tech
  • nologies.Experience with product commercialization, scale-up, and manufacturing transfer p
  • rocesses.Understanding of formulation stability, compatibility testing, and claims
  • support.Knowledge of cosmetic regulatory requirements and raw material compliance s
  • tandards.Demonstrated leadership experience managing Technic
  • al teams.Strong project management, organizational, and communicatio
  • n skills.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative env

ironment.
Preferred Experience/Skills For The R&D Manager

  • – Skincare
    Experience working with treatment-oriented skincare categories and sensitive ski
  • n products.Experience with process optimization and manufacturing efficiency im
  • provements.Familiarity with sustainability initiatives and clean formulation
  • practices.Strong trend analysis and market awaren
  • ess skills.Proven ability to balance technical innovation with commercial

objectives.
Education

  • Requirements
    Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline

is requ

  • ired.
    Benefits
    Client-provided benefits available, up
on eligibility.

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Atrium Health is one of the nation's leading healthcare organizations, connecting patients with on-demand care, world-class specialists and the region's largest primary care network. A recognized leader in healthcare delivery, quality and innovation, our foundation rests on providing clinically excellent and compassionate care. We've been serving our community since 1940, when we opened our doors as Charlotte Memorial Hospital. Since then, our network has grown to include more than 40 hospitals and 900 care locations ranging from doctors' offices to behavioral health centers to nursing homes. Our focus: Delivering the highest quality patient care, supporting medical research and education, and joining with partners outside our walls to keep our community healthy.

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Charlotte, NC, US

Year founded

1940

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