Research And Development Chemist

Are you a chemist who thrives on evidence-based skincare innovation and wants to work at the forefront of the industry?

The Role

We’re looking for a Research & Development Chemist to contribute to research, formulation and clinical validation of breakthrough products across our Ultraceuticals and Ultra MD ranges. This is a hands-on, high-impact role for someone who brings both deep scientific rigour and genuine creative curiosity to their work.

Joining a close-knit, talented R&D team, you’ll collaborate closely with Marketing, Education and Sales to bring category-leading, clinically substantiated products to market and you'll have the opportunity to influence product innovation through your technical expertise.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Formulating and developing science-backed skincare products targeting key skin concerns, integrating clinically proven actives and advanced delivery technologies.
• Researching skin biology, active ingredients and emerging technologies to evolve our NPD pipeline.
• Designing and managing clinical testing protocols to validate product safety, tolerability and efficacy.
• Developing claims dossiers, scientific papers and technical documentation.
• Building and strengthening our intellectual property pipeline through patents and proprietary formulations.
• Supporting the development of our 3-year consumer-led NPD funnel with Marketing and the Head of R&D.
• Ensuring all products comply with ANZ and international regulatory requirements.
• Partnering with external labs, universities and ingredient suppliers to accelerate development.
• Supporting technology transfer and scale-up from lab to manufacturing.
• Mentoring junior chemists and contributing to a high-performing, consumer-focused R&D team.

About You

• Degree in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Science or a related field.
• 2+ years’ experience in cosmeceutical product development, ideally in clinical or medical-grade products.
• Proven experience formulating and validating skincare products with clinical backing.
• In-depth knowledge of dermatology, skin biology, active ingredients and cosmeceutical regulations.
• Hands-on experience with clinical trials.
• An interest in global cosmeceutical trends, claims substantiation and safety standards.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and documentation skills.
• A natural collaborator who communicates confidently across both scientific and commercial teams.

About Ultraceuticals

Ultraceuticals is a founder-led heritage Australian cosmeceutical skincare brand known for clinically proven, results-driven products which offer simple solutions to consumers. With an international presence across Australia, New Zealand, the US and Europe, we’re in an exciting phase of growth, scaling through bold innovation and world-class product development. We transform skin.

Why Join Us?

• This is a genuine opportunity to do your best work.
• You’ll be a key player in developing innovation, including new-to-world concepts, within a brand that is growing fast and takes science seriously.
• A competitive salary
• Product discounts and free products
• An inclusive and collaborative culture with career development and mentoring

If you’re inspired by being at the leading edge of science-backed skincare, we’d love to hear from you.