Responsibilities:
Formula Innovation & Development:
-Independently design and execute formulation trials for active/medical skincare products (creams, serums, emulsions, etc.) targeting skin health and specific skin disorders.
-Can initiate technical ideas based on consumer insights understanding & market products technical decoding
-Curious and good learner to build her/his own technical expertise on formulation structures, raw material interactions in the formula
• Scientific Translation:
Apply basic biological knowledge of skin concerns (e.g., barrier repair, acne, sensitive skin, atopic dermatitis) into formulation structures and ingredient selection.
• Project Management:
Independently manage and deliver projects assigned by the manager, ensuring timely execution from concept to lab-scale prototype and identify the key risks alongside the project
• Collaboration & Communication:
Communicate effectively with cross-functional team collaboration(CMI, Evaluation, SRC, RAV) to ensure product compliance, efficacy, and sensory performance.
Key Qualification Requirement:
• Education:
Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, Chemical engineering, Biology, Medicine, Dermatology, or related fields.
• Experience:
- Scientist level: 2-3+ years of experience in skincare formulation development.
- Senior Scientist level: 3–6+ years of hands-on skincare formulation experience, preferably with a track record in active/medical cosmetics (efficacy skincare)
• Technical & Scientific Skills:
- Biological Understanding: Basic biological knowledge of skin structures, skin barrier functions, and common skin concerns (sensitiveness, inflammation, acne, etc.).
- Formula Structure: Good understanding of skincare formulation architectures, emulsification technologies, and key raw materials.
- Can learn & use digital tools to make formulation forecasts
• Soft Skills & Attributes:
- Growth Mindset & Curiosity: Love formulating, possess a strong craftsmanship spirit, and be eager to deep dive into formulation science.
- Innovative Thinking: Out-of-the-box thinking with a passion for finding innovative solutions for skincare products
- Independence: Strong sense of responsibility, self-motivated, with the ability to work independently under general guidance.
- Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in both Chinese and English (written & verbal).
• Safety awareness
Clear awareness of the latest safety rules and regulations and compliant to safety lab practice