Senior R&D Chemist

• Take your formulation and R&D skills to the next level
• Development of new sunscreens and topical products
• State-of-the-art laboratory located in West Melbourne

THE COMPANYOur client is an Australian-owned company that is a leader in manufacturing innovative skincare and personal care products, which is supported by technical excellence that spans a century of being in business. This TGA-licenced company is actively engaged in cutting-edge research, development, manufacturing, and distribution of topical therapeutic products and sunscreens-alongside premium cosmetics.Expertly overseen by a dedicated senior team, the company’s state-of-the-art facilities boast dedicated laboratories for R&D and QC. These impressive capabilities underpin contract manufacturing for major brand names within Australia and throughout the wider Asia-Pacific region.ROLEOur client is seeking a qualified and suitably experienced person to become part of their team on a permanent basis in an R&D Chemist role. Reporting to the R&D Manager, this full-time position is tasked with thriving in a fast-paced environment that fosters creativity and productivity-yet upholding stringent quality standards applicable in a GMP/GLP environment.To provide you with an overview of this opportunity, the primary duties and responsibilities of the R&D Chemist shall include:

• Formulate existing and new personal care topical products in a timely manner, with both quality and budget in mind

• Follow GLP to produce formula samples in the laboratory that meet customers’ requirements and deadlines

• Perform experimental testing and trials on new formulations

• Develop Master Formulas and prepare and maintain related documents and records

• Provide assistance and support during manufacturing and upscale of new products

• Initiate change controls and deviations, as and when required

REQUIREMENTSIn addition to truly being a team player, the ideal candidate will meet the following criteria:

• Hold a Degree in Pharmaceutical or Formulation Science or Chemistry

• Relevant formulation experience in a similar role within manufacturing

• Experience with raw material sourcing, formula costing and product stability testing

• Familiarity with the requirements arising from working within a GMP/GLP environment and compliance with a quality management system

• Demonstrable capability to manage concurrent projects with overlapping priorities

• Ability to conduct stability testing of products and undertake SPF, water resistance, and photo-stability testing using in-house methods (desirable)

• A desire to stay up to date with the latest innovations in raw materials and products

You’ll also need to substantiate having the supporting skills associated with being a professional scientist, which typically appears in more exhaustive selection criteria (e.g., attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, communication skills, etc).However, of utmost importance, you shall be someone who desires to grow with this world-recognized team and have a positive, proactive attitude to R&D work.WHY APPLY?This position offers you a chance to engage in a diverse array of short- and long-term projects in collaboration with a dynamic team.Our client’s work culture emphasises innovation, urgency, integrity, and results. This company is committed to attracting and retaining highly motivated and qualified people.The working environment embodies vision and values-celebrating diversity of background and thought-and supports a balance of professional and personal needs.APPLICATIONSFor a confidential discussion about this role, please contact Renee on or Jovana on . Alternatively, please email .To submit your application to CS Executive Group, please click the “Apply” button to send your resume and a brief cover letter that addresses how you meet our client’s requirements.THANK YOUGiven we appreciate the effort it requires to express an interest in response to a job advert, we would like to thank you in advance for taking the time to apply for this role. Unfortunately, due to the large volume of applications we receive daily, we typically only make contact with individuals whom we consider as having suitable qualifications and experience to be assessed further for shortlisting.Nevertheless, all resumes submitted to CS Executive Group are retained on our database-you might therefore be contacted by us for suitable roles arising in the future.Please follow our LinkedIn page to be notified when we have new job opportunities:Apply NowSite MapCompanyResourcesFollow usCS Executive Group acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connection to land, waters, and community.
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