Principal Scientist-Cosmetics-Los Angeles

Tanner and Associates is recruiting a Principle Formulation Scientist to supervise a team of scientists for a major consumer products company in Los Angeles. Description Candidate will be responsible to: - Develop novel skin care product formulations to meet specified market/consumer needs - Supervise/guide scientists and technicians - Possess expertise in skin care and sun care product development - Coordinate all technical and market qualification activities of new product launches - Meet long-term and short-term timelines - Demonstrate critical thinking skills to synthesize data and provide business relevant recommendations - Evaluate and champion new ingredients/technologies - Assist marketing in technical learning and ingredient function Qualifications Required: - BS, MS or PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or a related field - Minimum of 7 years of consumer cosmetic industry experience - Extensive formulation experience in developing cosmetic skin care products - Experience in developing facial moisturizer treatments and suncare products - Thorough understanding of the scientific principles of formulation, ingredient chemistry and industry trends - Excellent project management skills - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Ability to work effectively with internal and external customers, colleagues and in teams - Leadership ability to train and guide others Preferred: - Familiarity with current regulatory requirements in the skincare industry (OTC and non-OTC) - Be comfortable with complexity and ambiguity #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-02-01