About the Role
We are looking for an R&D Executive – Cosmetics to support the development, testing and improvement of cosmetic and personal care products across categories including Skin Care, Hair Care, Bath & Body and Personal Care.
The role will involve hands-on laboratory work, formulation trials, product evaluation and R&D documentation, along with coordination with cross-functional teams during product development and scale-up.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the development and improvement of cosmetic and personal care formulations across various product categories.
- Conduct laboratory trials, formulation experiments and sample preparation as per defined requirements.
- Evaluate product samples for appearance, texture, fragrance, consistency and other relevant parameters.
- Support stability studies and maintain records of observations and test results.
- Assist in identifying and troubleshooting basic formulation or product-related issues.
- Prepare and maintain formulation sheets, trial records, sample records, test observations and development reports.
- Maintain proper documentation of all R&D activities and ensure records are updated accurately.
- Coordinate with Quality, Production, Packaging and other cross-functional teams during product development and scale-up.
- Support the transfer of developed formulations from laboratory trials to production batches.
- Ensure adherence to R&D procedures, GMP, laboratory practices and safety requirements.
- Maintain cleanliness, organisation and proper handling of laboratory equipment and materials.
- Support the R&D team in benchmarking existing products and exploring improvements in formulations, ingredients and product performance.
Qualification
- B.Tech / M.Tech / M.Sc. in Cosmetic Technology, Cosmetic Science or Chemistry.
- Candidates with relevant academic projects or internship experience in cosmetic formulation / personal care R&D will be preferred.
Key Skills
- Basic understanding of cosmetic formulation and raw materials.
- Knowledge of skin care, hair care, bath & body and personal care products.
- Good laboratory and sample-handling skills.
- Basic understanding of stability testing, product evaluation and troubleshooting.
- Good documentation and record-keeping skills.
- Strong attention to detail and analytical approach.
- Good communication and cross-functional coordination skills.
- Ability to work independently as well as as part of a team.
Preferred Candidate Profile
- Passion for cosmetic product development and formulation.
- Curious and willing to learn new ingredients, formulations and product technologies.
- Hands-on approach with good laboratory discipline.
- Strong focus on quality, accuracy and adherence to processes.
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