Top 17 Cosmetic chemist Jobs in New Jersey

Chemist - Research & Development
DMI Personal Care —Wharton, NJ
- $80,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Senior Analytical Chemist
Alliance Technologies, LLC —Monmouth Junction, NJ
- $80,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- 3 years
- Master's degree
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Chemist, Skincare Formulation Development, Luxury Division, L'Oréal Research & Innovation
l'Oréal —Clark, NJ
- $65,400 - $91,500 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- US work authorization
- Organizational skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Senior Chemist II, Analytical Chemistry and Stability, L'Oréal Research & Innovation
l'Oréal —Clark, NJ
- $90,200 - $128,500 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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R&D Chemist (Junior Level) - Cosmetics & Skincare
Englewood Lab, Inc. —Totowa, NJ
- $60,000 - $68,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- 2 years
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Associate Chemist
Barnet Products LLC —Englewood Cliffs, NJ
- $50,000 - $60,000 a year
- Email
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Laboratory experience
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Senior Skin Care Formulation Chemist - R&D
Tri-K Industries, Inc. —Denville, NJ
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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R&D Senior Chemist - Skincare/Color
Englewood Lab, Inc. —Totowa, NJ
- $80,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Bachelor of Science
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Formulation Chemist
Clariant —New Providence, NJ
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid time off
- Opportunities for advancement
Soft Products Formulation Chemist
Mammoth Brands —Wayne, NJ
- $90,800 - $100,000 a year
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Continuous improvement
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Senior Chemist - Applications Lab
Kobo Products, Inc. —South Plainfield, NJ
- From $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Computer literacy
- Bachelor's degree
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Associate Chemist - QC Analytical
DC Enterprises (iLABS Inc. and Affiliated Companies:) —Mahwah, NJ
- $22 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Symrise —Teterboro, NJ
- $125,000 - $175,000 a year
- Online Application
- 5 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
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Chemist - Research & Development

DMI Personal Care
Wharton, NJ

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Job Details

Full-time
$80,000 - $85,000 a year

Qualifications

Stability testing
Microsoft Outlook
Spreadsheets
Working as a chemist
Bachelor's degree
Titration
Chemistry
Managing projects
Research and development project management
Research & development

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Position Summary

The Chemist is responsible for supporting the development, optimization, and evaluation of a wide range of personal care products including color cosmetics, skin care, and hair care products. This role requires a hands-on bench chemist who can effectively manage multiple projects while working in a fast-paced contract manufacturing environment. The Chemist will contribute to formulation development, product testing, and scale-up activities while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products that meet client and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and optimize formulations for personal care products including color cosmetics, skin care, and hair care products.
Perform hands-on laboratory work including batching, prototype development, formula modifications, and sample preparation.
Conduct stability, compatibility, and performance testing to evaluate product quality and robustness.
Assist in troubleshooting formulation challenges and support the development of practical solutions.
Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, regulatory, and project management teams to support product commercialization.
Support scale-up activities by preparing batch records, manufacturing instructions, and processing recommendations.
Maintain accurate and detailed formulation records, test results, and development documentation in accordance with GMP and internal procedures.
Participate in raw material evaluations and stay informed on industry trends, ingredient technologies, and market innovations.
Effectively manage multiple projects and meet development timelines in a fast-paced environment.
Perform additional tasks as assigned by R&D leadership.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Cosmetic Science, or a related scientific field.
2–5 years of experience in cosmetic or personal care formulation.
Experience formulating color cosmetics is preferred.
Experience formulating hair care products is preferred but not required.
Experience in contract manufacturing is preferred but not required.
Working knowledge of emulsion systems, suspensions, anhydrous products, and formulation stability principles.
Strong laboratory, troubleshooting, and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand for extended periods while performing laboratory work.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs (e.g., raw materials and finished products).

Pay: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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Chemist - Research & Development

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