R&D Associate

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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