R&D Senior Chemist – Cosmetic & Oral Care Formulation

HCP Wellness Private Limited is seeking an R&D Senior Chemist to lead formulation development for cosmetic and oral care products in Ahmedabad, India. The role involves designing stable formulations, ensuring regulatory compliance, conducting testing, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have strong expertise in cosmetic chemistry and at least 5 years of relevant experience. The position offers opportunities for innovation and mentorship within a dynamic work environment.
About Us:
HCP Wellness Private Limited is a leading private-label manufacturer of high-quality skin care, cosmetics, and oral care products. We pride ourselves on innovation, scientific excellence, and sustainability while fostering a collaborative and dynamic work environment.

Job Overview:
The R&D Senior Chemist will lead formulation development, optimize existing products, and drive innovation in skin care, cosmetics, and oral care. This role requires strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work cross-functionally to bring products from concept to commercialization.

Key Responsibilities:
✔Formulation Development: Design, develop, and optimize innovative and stable formulations for skin care, cosmetics, and oral care products (e.g., creams, serums, shampoos, toothpaste, etc.).
✔Technical Leadership: Provide expertise in raw material selection, stability testing, and scalability for manufacturing.
✔Regulatory Compliance: Ensure formulations meet global regulatory standards (FDA, EU, ISO, COSMOS, etc.).
✔Testing & Validation: Conduct stability, compatibility, and performance testing to ensure product efficacy and safety.
✔Process Improvement: Troubleshoot production issues and refine formulations for cost-efficiency without compromising quality.
✔Documentation: Maintain detailed lab records, SOPs, and technical reports for internal and client review.
✔Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with Marketing, QA/QC, and Production teams to align R&D efforts with business goals.
✔Mentorship: Guide junior chemists and lab technicians in best practices and innovation.

Qualifications & Skills:
Hard Skills:
✔Strong expertise in cosmetic chemistry, emulsion systems, surfactants, and polymer science.
✔Proficiency in formulating skin care (e.g., anti-aging, moisturizers), cosmetics (makeup, colorants), and/or oral care products.
✔Experience with rheology modifiers, preservative systems, and active ingredients (e.g., peptides, retinoids, hyaluronic acid).
✔Knowledge of GMP, ISO 22716, and regulatory guidelines for cosmetics/personal care.
✔Familiarity with lab equipment (e.g., viscometers, pH meters, FTIR, HPLC).

Soft Skills:
✔Innovative mindset with a passion for developing cutting-edge products.
✔Strong problem-solving, analytical, and project management skills.
✔Excellent communication (written & verbal) for cross-departmental collaboration.
✔Leadership ability to mentor junior team members.

Education & Certifications:
✔Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
✔Additional certifications (e.g., SCC Diploma, Regulatory Affairs) are a plus.

Preferred Experience:
✔5+ years in R&D formulation within skin care, cosmetics, or oral care.
✔Experience in private label/OEM manufacturing is highly desirable.
✔Proven track record of successful product launches.

Why Join HCP Wellness?
✔Opportunity to work with a fast-growing, innovative company.
✔Collaborative culture that values creativity, sustainability, and excellence.
✔Competitive compensation, benefits, and career growth opportunities.

Experienced professionals from companies like Nivea, Colgate, and P&G can apply.

📍 Location Advantage: Our Bavla plant is easily accessible from Changodar, Moraiya, Sarkhej, Bhayla, Sanand GIDC, and Ahmedabad, making it a great opportunity for candidates from nearby industrial areas.