Research, Formulation

2 weeks ago

Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Glint Cosmetics Private limited Full time ₹ 37,000 - ₹ 10,90,539 per year

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative professional to join our R&D team for the formulation and development of new-age cosmetic products. The role involves conceptualizing, designing, and developing formulations in skincare, haircare, personal care, and other innovative categories aligned with global trends, regulatory compliance, and customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Research & Formulation Development
  • Develop innovative, stable, and safe cosmetic formulations (skincare, haircare, baby care, natural/organic, dermo cosmetic, and premium segments).
  • Conduct literature reviews and trend analyses to identify new raw materials, actives, and technologies.
  • Optimize and reformulate existing products to improve performance, stability, or cost-effectiveness.
  • Product Development Lifecycle
  • Translate marketing briefs into technically feasible formulations.
  • Prepare prototypes and conduct Laboratory trials for new product concepts.
  • Ensure batch-to-batch consistency and scalability from lab to pilot to production.
  • Testing & Compliance
  • Conduct stability studies, compatibility tests, and performance evaluations.
  • Ensure compliance with Indian (BIS, FDA) and international regulatory requirements.
  • Maintain proper documentation of formulations, batch records, and technical data sheets.
  • Collaboration & Cross-Functional Support
  • Work closely with Marketing, Regulatory, Quality Assurance, and Production teams for seamless product development.
  • Support technology transfer to the manufacturing floor, resolve scale-up challenges, and ensure GMP compliance.
  • Innovation & Trends
  • Identify and incorporate new-age trends (clean beauty, natural/organic, ayurvedic, vegan, cruelty-free, sustainable packaging).
  • Evaluate novel ingredients, green chemistry, biotechnology-based actives, and advanced delivery systems.

Qualifications & Experience

  • M.Sc. / M.Tech / Ph.D. in Cosmetics Science, Chemistry
  • 3 - 8 years of hands-on experience in cosmetic product formulation and development (skincare, haircare, or personal care).
  • Strong knowledge of cosmetic raw materials, emulsions, surfactants, polymers, and actives.
  • Experience in laboratory techniques, formulation stability, and performance testing.
  • Familiarity with regulatory frameworks.

Key Skills & Competencies

  • Expertise in formulation chemistry and cosmetic product development.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Knowledge of trends and innovations in the global cosmetics industry.
  • Ability to work independently as well as in cross-functional teams.
  • Excellent documentation, reporting, and presentation skills.

Career Growth & Opportunity

  • Exposure to end-to-end product development in a high-growth cosmetics manufacturing environment.
  • Opportunity to innovate and contribute to the launch of next-generation cosmetic products.
  • Work with global brands, third-party clients, and private-label product lines.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹37, ₹90,539.83 per month

Benefits:

  • Health insurance
  • Leave encashment
  • Life insurance
  • Provident Fund

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

  • Formulation & Development of New Age Cosmetics: 2 years (Required)

Language:

  • English (Preferred)

Location:

  • Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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