What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Scientist-Cosmetics-Los Angeles position at TANNER & ASSOC INC?
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
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