Formulation Scientist (Sun Care)

Job Title : 81522 - Formulation ScientistJob Location : New Brunswick NJ 08901 Onsite Requirements : Measurement SciencesFormulation Testing (preferred sun care)Executing Analytical / AOX assaysJob Description : The requirements listed below under the job title are representative of the knowledge, skills, and / or abilities required to perform the duties of this position.1) QUALIFICATIONS : a) Minimum education required for competent performance : BS Degree in applicable field2 years of experience in formulation & test method developmentb) Minimum experience (number of month / years and type of work experience beyond formal education) required for competent performance : 2-4 years of experience preferred, 1-2 years of skincare or sun care formulation preferredLab experiences a must-haveAble to process formulated consumer products at lab scaleAble to execute experiments independentlyManage laboratory samplesExecute physical testing of samplesAbility to handle and prioritize multiple tasks / deliverablesAdhere to safety procedures of laboratoryPreferred : Write specifications and R&D documentationsWorking knowledge of standard instrumentation (pH meter, viscometer, microscope, etc.)Knowledge within various disciplines (e.g. emulsions, serums, gels, dispersions, surfactant systems) and familiarity with skin biology and active ingredient functionsStrong communication skills, both written and verbal2) JOB GOAL : The Formulation Scientist will support and be responsible for laboratory-related activities for a broad range of consumer products for sun care. The successful candidate will work under the guidance and mentorship of a more experienced PPI Scientist to perform product development activities. The Assistant Scientist will maintain current knowledge and will adhere to Johnson & Johnson procedures.3) RESPONSIBILITIES : Support product development activities under guidance : Execute experimentsProcess formulated consumer products at a lab scaleMonitor and perform lab stability testingSupports accurate record keeping and documentationAnalyze test results compared to specifications / protocols / benchmarkCreate / Revise specificationsOrder specific raw materials from specific suppliers and organize per projectLog RM samples into CMS system.Organize stability batches per package per region and keep stability calendar of sample pull dates, pull samples from chambers on appropriate dates and perform necessary stability readingsDeliver and log in samples to microbiology and analytical partners.Keep work area organized and cleanFollow GLP procedures