rhode skin is Hiring a Research & Development Senior Chemist Near Los Angeles, CA
About rhode: rhode is a line of curated skincare essentials. Formulated for a variety of skin types and needs with high performance ingredients, it's a daily routine that nourishes your skin barrier over time. Overview
Support Sr R&D Manager and SVP of R&D in research, formulation, and cross-functional team projects
Independently work on formulation projects based on product briefs provided by Product Development team
Make batches of formulation projects
Prepare and log samples for submission
Create formula revisions based on feedback from testing team
Adjust batches as needed to meet formula specification requirements
Maintain clear and accurate records of formulations, procedures, observations and results
Calculate appropriate specification ranges and create CofAs for formulas
Conduct stability testing and keep accurate records
Order raw material samples and maintain raw material storage room
Request raw material documentation from vendors and maintain documents organized in shared folder
Maintain formulation software
Prepare bulk to be sent out to third party testing laboratories as needed
Validate other chemist's formulas
Contribute to routine laboratory housekeeping and day-to-day operations of the laboratory
Calibrate lab equipment
Supervise scale up batches at Contract Manufacturers, providing instructions and recommendations as needed
Communicate with PD, Operations, Quality, and Regulatory teams as needed
Assist other lab staff as needed
Qualifications:
This position requires 5 years experience working as a formulation/bench chemist in a personal care formulation laboratory with a proven track record of stable and scalable formulation design ability
Experience formulating OTC products is required
Must have experience using mixers, homogenizers, viscometers, and pH meters
BSc in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or equivalent
Strong knowledge of the functionality of raw materials used in personal care formulations
Knowledge in ingredient listing
Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
Experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel etc.) or Google Workspace
Experience maintaining a formulation software or database required (formula breakdown and entry of raw materials, including CAS, INCI, and cost information)
Must be highly organized and able to independently manage multiple priority projects
Must have a high attention to detail and proficient in accurate record keeping
Critical thinking and strong independent problem solving skills
Agile and comfortable working in fast paced environment
Must have strong communication skills and ability to explain technical information to a non-technical audience
Willing to travel to contract manufacturer sites and supervise scale up batches as needed
Travel: The annual salary for this position is between $115,000 - $125,000 , depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This role is based out of our headquarters in Los Angeles, CA. rhode , an equal opportunity employer, is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. The Company recruits, hires, trains, promotes, pays, and administers all personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, reproductive health decision making, or any other status protected by applicable law. The Company also makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with disabilities in accordance with all legal requirements. Any applicant who requires assistance with the application or resulting process should contact People & Culture (hr@rhodeskin.com) to request that accommodation.