Chemist - Product Development​/Formulation

Overview

Placement Type:
Temporary

Salary: $ Hourly

Start Date:

Feb 1, 2026

Our beauty client is seeking a detail-driven and resourceful Chemist to support product formulation and development within their R&D team. This individual will contribute to the creation, testing, and refinement of cosmetic formulas while managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on chemist looking to expand their experience in cosmetic product development.

• Complete cosmetic formulas and support the formulation process from prototype through final version.
• Conduct and monitor formula stability testing, documenting results and recommending necessary adjustments.
• Modify and troubleshoot formulas to meet performance, regulatory, and product specification requirements.
• Develop and prepare prototype batches and perform iterative improvements as needed.
• Provide creative, solution-oriented approaches to formulation challenges.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Quality, Regulatory, and other internal support teams.
• Manage a minimum of five active formulation projects simultaneously while meeting development timelines.
• Maintain accurate documentation, lab records, and formulation data.

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Cosmetic Science, or related scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years of hands-on formulation experience; cosmetics industry experience strongly preferred.
• Strong computer literacy, including proficiency with standard laboratory and data management tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment.
• Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with a positive, solutions-focused attitude.

• Detail-oriented with a passion for cosmetic science and product development.
• Comfortable working in a laboratory setting and navigating fast-moving development cycles.
• Naturally curious, proactive, and capable of independently troubleshooting formulation issues.

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment—one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.