Sr Research & development Executive (Innovation Cosmetics)

Senior R&D – Innovation Cosmetics

Department: Research & Development

Company: Mascot Universal

Reporting To: Business Head R&D

Experience: 6–8 years of relevant experience

Role Summary

We are looking for a Senior R&D professional with strong expertise in Cosmetic Innovation and Product Development to lead innovative formulation projects, guide the R&D team, and provide technical support to the Business Head.

Key Responsibilities

Innovation & Product Development

• Lead development of innovative cosmetic and personal care products from concept to commercialization.
• Identify emerging ingredients, technologies, formats, textures, and market trends.
• Develop, optimize, and troubleshoot formulations through laboratory trials and product evaluations.
• Drive new product concepts based on client, consumer, and business requirements.

R&D Team Management

• Guide and supervise R&D Executives across formulation and innovation projects.
• Allocate projects, review trials, and provide technical guidance.
• Monitor project progress, timelines, documentation, and deliverables.
• Support team development and knowledge sharing.

Business & Project Support

• Work closely with the Business Head on new product development and innovation initiatives.
• Convert client/business requirements into technically feasible product concepts.
• Provide technical inputs on feasibility, timelines, formulations, and development requirements.
• Coordinate with Business Development, Procurement, Quality, Production, and Packaging teams.
• Support scale-up, pilot trials, and commercialization of successful formulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/master’s degree in Cosmetic Science
• 6–8 years of experience in cosmetic/personal care R&D and formulation.
• Strong hands-on expertise in Cosmetic Innovation and New Product Development.
• Prior experience in leading or mentoring an R&D team preferred.

Key Skills

• Cosmetic Innovation & Formulation
• New Product Development
• Knowledge of cosmetic ingredients and emerging technologies
• Formulation troubleshooting
• R&D Team Leadership
• Project Management
• Market & Trend Analysis
• Cross-functional coordination
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹80,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Food provided
• Health insurance
• Internet reimbursement
• Leave encashment
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person