Research & Innovation is the creative scientific hub at Cosmetica whose primary activity consists of research and formulation development based on clients’ briefs and internal innovation concepts. Upon approval, the new formulations lead to manufacturing of finished products and drive revenue for the company. The complex activities within R&I are possible through the commitment and expertise of the diverse talent pool, their mutual collaboration and continuous evolution and growth of technical capabilities. The Research and Innovation Senior Chemist is responsible for developing new and innovative formulas and re-engineering benchmark products while using innovative technology and raw materials. The Senior Chemist will evaluate technical issues and will provide recommendations for corrective actions, while supporting Technical Research Group (TRG) on first production batches of all new formulae or new processes as required. Active participation in client’s visits, calls, huddles, and risk assessment meetings are also expected from this position, while performing various tasks within the range of responsibilities listed below.

Key Accountabilities:

• Development of new and innovative formulas in various product categories
• Re--engineering of benchmark products in various product categories
• Ensure Formula compliance
• Research and maintain up to date knowledge / awareness of new raw materials, technologies, equipment and trends in cosmetic industry
• Preparation and documentation of all experimental lab batches including the operating instructions and all the applicable test results on the R&I electronic formula cards (Coptis) based on departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
• Perform all the applicable analytical testing based on product’s specification and written procedures
• Review and/or develop specifications for new products for suitability with existing manufacturing systems and feasibility of other advanced technologies
• Review and interpret analytical data related to all developed new and innovative products
• Evaluate technical issues and provide recommendations for corrective actions
• Design and lead D.O.Es
• Participate in Stability investigations as required
• Actively participate in Risk Assessment meetings as needed
• Provide guidelines and consult with Technical Resource Group and QE on processing of new products at the Scale Up stage
• Review and sign first Production batch cards
• Actively participate in clients’ visits, huddles, and conference calls on new and existing projects
• Provide assistance and / or training to co-workers / Chemists / Associate Chemists
• Maintain compliance with all health and safety standards, SOPs, GMP, GLP and regulatory requirements
• Maintain the cleanliness and sanitary conditions of laboratory equipment/instruments and working stations
• Assist in various R&I related lab work as required

Skills, Experience and Education Required:

• Post-secondary education (Bachelor or Master) in Science, preferably in Chemistry and related work experience
• 8 years of experience in formulation of Skin Care and Color Cosmetics products
• Excellent technical and practical knowledge of raw materials, their functions and application, and related technologies in the cosmetic field Excellent understanding and working knowledge of analytical instruments for conducting Physical/chemical testing of cosmetic products
• Good understanding of product development, performance evaluation and market trends
• Good knowledge of manufacturing, quality, GMP / GLP environments and 5S awareness
• Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills; Resourceful and solution oriented
• Must have good colour matching skills if expertise in colour cosmetics
• Excellent organizational, communication and computer literacy skills
• Must be a team player, creative, highly motivated and flexible with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Department: Research & Innovation (R&I) Centre
Reports to: Manager, Research & Innovation Laboratory
Level: S8

 

If you are interested, please contact Ivana Knezevic, Director, Research & Innovation Lab : iknezevic@cosmeticalabs.com

 

 

 

Associate R&I Chemist is the first step in our technical career path for formulation chemists. We attract talented candidates with passion for the field who want to grow their expertise in the categories of colour cosmetics, sunscreens and skincare. Suitable candidate in this role will be responsible for executing lab batches in the assigned product category, participate and execute DOEs (design of experiments) and keep detailed documentation of all experimental results. Associate Chemists perform and record evaluations and analytical testing of their batches, they will develop new shades of anhydrous and hydrous colour cosmetics and perform applicable analytical testing to determine preliminary product specifications. Associate R&I Chemist will work under the supervision and mentorship of a more senior R&I Chemist and support them during formula development of different projects. Upon gaining sufficient experience and demonstrating high quality of work, the individual in this role may be assigned their own projects with the full responsibility for quality of submissions, turnaround times and approvals.

Key Accountabilities:

• Making lab batches of various formulas and at different stages of development cycle: for client submissions, stability/compatibility testing and all other purposes. Work must be diligent, detailed and follow internal processes for quality and documentation of all steps.
• Shade development within assigned colour cosmetics product categories in both anhydrous and hydrous systems following the brief requirements and working with set benchmarks.
• Assist R&I Chemists in the development of new formulas / shades of various Cosmetic product categories as required.
• Ability to make texture and color adjustments and evaluate completed lab batches using instrumentation, visually and on the skin following defined evaluation methods is required.
• Perform all applicable analytical testing on all formulas and lab batches following product category guidelines and requirements, record all test results.
• Execute in-process stability on lab batches following internal process guidelines, record all observations and provide regular updates to responsible R&I Chemist and R&I Lab Manager.
• Preparation and documentation of all experimental lab batches, including the procedures, in-process stability observations and applicable test results in the R&I electronic lab notebook (Coptis), based on departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Maintain the cleanliness and sanitary conditions of laboratory equipment/instruments and working stations
• Maintain Compliance with all departmental Health & Safety standards, SOPs, GMP, GLP and Regulatory requirements
• Participate actively in clients’ visits, huddles on new projects/product development as required
• Ability to perform risk assessment on the newly developed shades
• Stay current and up to date with new raw materials, technologies and market trends.
• Participate in trouble shooting/problem solving including D.O.Es, stability and production support
• Aid and /or train Lab Technicians and other Associate Chemists as required
• Assist in various R&I related lab tasks as required.

Skills, Experience and Education Required:

• Minimum Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry or related field. Cosmetic Science education is preferred 
• New graduates will be considered; experience gained in the cosmetic industry such as internship or on the job is preferred

Experienced Candidates:

• Minimum 6 months to one year experience in cosmetic R&D
• Good understanding of raw materials and colorants used in different cosmetic formulations
• Demonstrated experience with processing cosmetic formulations in laboratory setting
• Demonstrated experience in evaluating laboratory samples
• If experience is gained in colour cosmetics, must demonstrate colour matching and evaluations techniques
• Demonstrated experience in standard stability testing of cosmetic formulations in laboratory setting
• Must understand basic compliance and regulatory requirements for cosmetic products in Canada and the US
• Good understanding and working knowledge of analytical instruments and testing methodologies used in a cosmetic R&D laboratory

General Requirements:

• Good general laboratory experience and data-keeping skills; GMP / GLP training and awareness
• Process and detail oriented
• Good problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Good communication, organization, and computer skills.
• Resourceful, agile and solution-oriented
• Must be a team player, creative, highly motivated and flexible with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

 

If you are interested, please contact Ivana Knezevic, Director, Research & Innovation Lab : iknezevic@cosmeticalabs.com

 

 

 

Principales responsabilités :

• Participe à l’implantation, à l’amélioration et la gestion du système qualité;
• Participe à la rédaction des procédures opératoires et à l’organisation du système de documentation;
• Effectue l’évaluation, la révision des déviations, des investigations, des résultats hors spécifications, des demandes de contrôles de changement ;
• Effectue les audits internes et externes;
• Soutient le directeur qualité lors des investigations de non-conformités en lui fournissant des informations pertinentes;
• Coordonne le programme de formation des employés au niveau de la qualité;
• Participe au maintien du programme de certification des fournisseurs;
• Participe au processus de qualification des équipements de laboratoire;
• Investigue, traite les plaintes et fournit les recommandations appropriées;
• Supporte le département dans la préparation des inspections réglementaires
• Participe à l’élaboration, à la rédaction et à l’exécution des protocoles/rapports de validation d’équipements/procédés;
• Effectuer des activités connexes de laboratoires.

Compétences recherchées:

• Diplôme : BAC en sciences
• Année d’expérience minimale : 3-5 ans dans un poste similaire
• Connaissances informatiques : Microsoft Office
• Connaissances spécifiques au domaine : BPF en cosmétique et produits de santé naturelle
• Bilinguisme (un atout)
• Autres connaissances demandées : Aspect règlementaire

Type d'emploi : Temps plein, Permanent

Avantages :

• Assurance Dentaire
• Assurance Invalidité
• Assurance Maladie Complémentaire
• Assurance Vie

Jours de travail :

• Du Lundi au Vendredi

Quart de travail :

• Quart de jour

Lieu du poste : En présentiel

Date limite de candidature : 2025-02-08
Date de début prévue : 2025-01-13

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