Associate Scientist at Tri-K Industries, Inc.

Denville, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cosmetic formulation, Analytical chemistry, Stability testing, Laboratory techniques, Data analysis, Regulatory compliance, Ingredient research, Product testing, In-vitro testing, In-vivo testing, Microsoft Office, Technical documentation, Communication, Teamwork, Batch scaling, Scientific research

Industry

Cosmetics

Description

The Associate Scientist will be responsible for the following: * Researching new or existing ingredients * making cosmetic batches as well as placing batches on stability. * Ensuring ingredients are compliant with regional/global regulations * Scaling up batches * Preparing batches for evaluation purposes * Formulation Development: * Develop new cosmetic formulas based on market trends, consumer needs, and ingredient properties. * Modify existing formulas to improve performance or address stability issues. * Conduct laboratory experiments to evaluate the efficacy of cosmetic ingredients and formulations. * Optimize ingredient combinations to achieve desired product characteristics (texture, viscosity, color, etc.). * Product Testing: * Participate in-vitro and in-vivo testing protocols to assess product performance on skin or hair. * Analyze test data to interpret results and identify areas for improvement. * Coordinate with internal evaluation team to conduct consumer testing studies. * Research and Innovation: * Stay updated on emerging cosmetic technologies and ingredients * Explore new scientific concepts to develop innovative product concepts * Conduct literature reviews and present findings to the R&D team * Collaboration: * Work closely with Marketing teams to translate research into products that can assist our customers learn more about our raw materials * Communicate research findings to internal stakeholders and management * Regulatory Compliance: * Ensure all product formulations adhere to relevant cosmetic regulations (FDA, EU, etc.) * Review ingredient safety data and maintain documentation for potential regulatory submissions Required Skills and Qualifications: * Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, cosmetic science, biology, or a related field * 0-2 years of experience in cosmetic product development * Strong understanding of cosmetic ingredients, their properties, and interactions * Proficiency in laboratory techniques including analytical chemistry, stability testing, and formulation development * Excellent data analysis and interpretation skills * Ability to work independently and as part of a team * Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively document research findings and present results * Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

The Associate Scientist is responsible for developing and modifying cosmetic formulas, conducting laboratory experiments, and performing stability testing. They also ensure regulatory compliance and coordinate with internal teams to evaluate product performance and market trends.