Senior Scientist Future Technology 5370
Senior Scientist Future Technology 5370
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$ 84000 - 126000
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Job Description
Edgewell is not just a company but a vibrant global community of6800 visionaries doers and makers. Our family of over25 personal care brands serves people in more than50 countries. We are dedicated to infusing joyfulness into every aspect of our work. Our pledge goes beyond our products with our fundamental value ofPeople Firstguiding us to foster a diverse inclusive and respectful environment where every team member can flourish and celebrate our shared achievements.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Orchestrate resources to develop and implement best practices and new technologies to deliver on new product programs and apply formulation experience to new sun care products. This position is hybrid at our Allendale NJ location with 34 days per week in the lab/office.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Drive technology developments to proof of principle and reduce to practice in Sun delivery systems
Drive research testing and method development for Future Sun Technology projects
Develop new and revised formulations (cosmetic and OTC) to meet marketing plans and regulatory requirements as well as fueling innovation for new opportunities.
Design and implement sound scientific studies to develop and reformulate products from bench to launch by initiating efficacy and safety testing and working with the pilot scaleup and regulated stability teams.
Manage multiple projects within resource limits (project timelines budgets etc. by collaborating closely with key functional partners.
Present research study and investigation (ideation technical research prototype development etc. in a timely manner to R&D leadership that is coherent and accurately reflects the results.
Review competitive technical strategies and provide insight into benchmarking initiatives.
Work with Consumer Insights group to proactively integrate consumer understanding into product development.
Contribute continuous improvement ideas in the areas of innovation best practices and quality.
Represent company at technical or industry functions.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
B.S. degree in Chemistry Chemical Engineering or related science or engineering degree
Minimum of 8 years skin care / emulsion experience (with 1 year in sun care development preferred)
DESIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
M.S. degree in Chemistry Chemical Engineering or related science or engineering degree
Strong knowledge of the formulation of sun care/cosmetic products (O/W emulsions W/O emulsions dispersions) including lotions sprays gels sticks
Demonstrated ability in developing and launching an OTC type product within a timeline; familiarity with sunscreen regulatory elements is a plus
Experience working in a GMP facility
Experience formulating global sun care and cosmetic products
Experience working with external partners and suppliers
Practical background in statistical evaluations
Strong knowledge of raw material functions and properties used in the cosmetic industry
Experience in rheology
Understanding of and ability to implement aerosol technologies for skin care formulations
Excellent verbal / written communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to interface with internal and external contacts at all levels.
Excellent organizational prioritizing and follow up skills. Ability to handle multiple tasks / projects simultaneously.
Detailed knowledge of all lab equipment and procedures ability to modify procedures when necessary.
Experienced with microscopes viscometers pH meters and lab scale mixers
Experience screening emulsions under accelerated stability conditions
Experience using solar simulators and Labspheres to screen sunscreen prototypes
Ability to work well under pressure with minimal supervision.
Ability to think and act independently and make sound decisions.
Knowledge of patent art and the ability to read understand and explain patents is a plus.
Ability to travel. The position may require travel to contract manufacturing sites vendors industry meetings and external seminars.
The salary range for this position is $84000 $126000.Actual base salary offered to a candidate may vary based upon factors including but not limited to relevant experience time in role base salary of internal peers prior performance business sector and geographic location. In addition to base salary the competitive compensation package may include depending on the role participation in an incentive program linked to performance.
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Edgewell is an equal opportunity employer. We do all we can to create a collaborative and diverse global team where good ideas can thrive and our colleagues can learn and lead. We prohibit discrimination based on age color disability marital or parental status national origin race religion sex sexual orientation gender identity veteran status or any legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. We listen deeply and speak directly to create an environment thats open to difference. We aim to bring joy to not only the products we create and the people we serve but our colleagues across the globe too.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full Time
