PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE JOB :

• Lead the new open development formulas of Dermo-cosmetic and personal care products in CIC ;

• Identify trendy texture and work on the pre-development of formula for push opportunities.

• Assistant on lab management and quality control of lab.

2. OVERALL OBJECTIVE OF THE JOB :

• Closely work together with R&D and operation team to develop new subcontracting products.

• Identify the need gap for open development and propose solutions with feasibility and compliance.

• Follow the trend of raw materials and technology from supplier, explore opportunity of new texture, formulate the prototypes and do preliminary testing.

• Anticipates potential formulation challenges and proactively collaborate with multiple functional teams on troubleshooting and resolve problems.

• Remain abreast and curiosity on industry trend and consumer need, be able to leverage in-depth knowledge of the scientific principles of formulation, ingredient chemistry and dermatology insight trend to deliver innovative products, explore innovative ideas to meet the un-met consumer needs.

• Support on new product concept, insight and valorization.

• Assist the daily management and quality assurance of the formulation laboratory. May assist with training technician or temporary staff in laboratory procedures.

FORMATION

• Bachelor’s degree or above, in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering or Pharmacy related.

EXPERIENCE

• 8+ years cosmetic product development experience, with experience on open development.

• Extensive experience of formulation and problem solving.

• Able to manage multiple projects, design experiments to resolve formulation problems.

• Strategic thinking, strong communication, team working.

• With knowledge of cosmetic regulation of China and other Asian markets.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE

• English: fluent (oral & written),

• Microsoft Office: advanced

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Proactivity

• Interpersonal relationship

• Problem management

• Chemical knowledge of molecules and formulation

• Critical analysis