Capsum

At Capsum, a key innovative contract manufacturer in the cosmetics industry, Passion & Innovation are expressed in everything we do: in our patented technologies, custom-built machines, original formulas, and creative concepts...

Our enthusiastic and dedicated teams design and sustainably manufacture innovative and effective beauty products for brands.

As part of our ongoing growth, we are looking for a Vice President of R&D and Formulation on a full-time contract.

The Vice President of R&D & Formulation provides executive leadership for research, formulation development, and scientific innovation across the Austin Innovation Center. This leader is responsible for defining the organization’s innovation strategy, developing high-performing technical teams, strengthening customer partnerships, and ensuring the successful commercialization of innovative cosmetic products.

He is serves as a key member of the executive leadership team, working closely with Manufacturing, Commercial, Operations, Quality, Regulatory, and global Capsum leadership to align innovation initiatives with business objectives.

RESPONSABILITIES

• Define the long-term R&D and innovation strategy
• Build and lead a world-class formulation organization
• Oversee all formulation programs from concept through commercialization
• Drive scientific innovation and technology scouting
• Establish strategic ingredient supplier partnerships
• Lead executive-level client relationships and technical presentations
• Collaborate with global Capsum R&D teams to share best practices and leverage innovation across regions
• Develop departmental budgets, resource planning, and organizational structure
• Champion intellectual property generation and differentiated technologies
• Support mergers, acquisitions, and technical integration initiatives
• Ensure successful technology transfer into manufacturing while maintaining formulation integrity
• Foster a culture of scientific curiosity, accountability, and operational excellence
• Recruit, mentor, and develop future technical leaders

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ph.D., Master’s, or Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or a related scientific discipline
• 15+ years of progressive experience in cosmetic formulation and product development
• Significant experience leading multidisciplinary R&D organizations
• Demonstrated success bringing innovative cosmetic products to market
• Strong understanding of formulation science, scale-up, manufacturing, and commercialization
• Proven ability to build and mentor high-performing technical teams
• Excellent executive communication and strategic planning skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively across global organizations

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

• Compensation: Based on experience
• Location: Austin
• Specific requirements: Wearing PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), compliance with safety and quality guidelines
• Capsum is committed to inclusion and against discrimination. To give everyone a fair chance, we process applications equitably, evaluating primarily skills, experience, and alignment with our values.