R&D Chemist – Merseyside – Competitive Salary DOE (AE685202)

Are you a motivated junior chemist, keen to join a fast-paced, dynamic team?

Are you excited to create products that meet customer needs and desires?

Bring your talents and ambition to a global raw material distributor that’s reshaping the industry by delivering top-quality, innovative products to their valued customers. As R&D Chemist, you will help scale up new products, enhance existing formulas, and ensure quality and compliance throughout the manufacturing process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Scale up and translate product concepts into commercially viable offerings
• Conduct research and development to enhance existing and create new formulas
• Perform process analysis, troubleshoot issues, and take corrective actions
• Work with cross-functional teams to integrate improvements and ensure quality control
• Conduct chemical analysis and testing to ensure regulatory compliance
• Manage records, documentation, and work with external partners and suppliers

Candidate Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, cosmetic science or a related field
• Hands-on experience in a similar role in the beauty or personal care industry
• Comprehensive knowledge of the scaling up process from lab formula to production
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and GMP guidelines

To thrive in this role, you must have a positive, proactive attitude and a drive for continual improvement. To apply, visit www.arthuredward.com/vacancies and enter AE685202 in the search field.

Arthur Edward is a leading beauty, personal care & FMCG recruitment agency. We find top talent along the product lifecycle to innovate, launch and market bestselling cosmetic and beauty products.