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Kelly Services Skin Care Chemist (R&D/Formulation) in Palm Springs, Florida
Chemist – Skin Care Product Development (GMP/OTC Environment)
Location: Palm Springs, FL
Relocation Assistance available!
Salary: $85,000-$90,000/year with bonus potential
About the Role
Kelly Services is seeking a skilled Skin Care Chemist to join their client's R&D team in Palm Springs, FL. In this role, you will develop, replicate, and optimize innovative skincare formulations while managing day-to-day lab activities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You will play a key role in bringing high-quality cosmetic products from concept through development, testing, and scale-up, ensuring alignment with customer expectations, timelines, and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and replicate skin care formulations based on product briefs and project requirements
Manage daily laboratory activities to support R&D and business priorities
Ensure all work complies with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and internal quality standards
Coordinate closely with Pilot Plant, Quality Control, Marketing, and Sales teams to ensure smooth product development flow
Assign and coordinate tasks for lab technicians based on project complexity and timelines
Evaluate project feasibility and support accurate planning and scheduling of deliverables
Track and maintain project timelines including sample submissions, stability testing, safety testing, and marketing evaluations
Prepare and maintain accurate formulation records and laboratory notebooks
Generate Certificates of Analysis (COAs) for new formulations
Ensure timely delivery of product samples to internal teams and customers
Support pilot plant activities and assist with scale-up of new formulations
Conduct routine physical and analytical testing as needed
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Process Engineering, Production, Purchasing, and Quality
Support customer and marketing interactions by providing technical expertise and insights
Maintain high standards of laboratory safety, cleanliness, and compliance
Identify and communicate any project risks, feasibility concerns, or technical challenges
Contribute to continuous improvement in formulation processes and raw material usage
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, or related scientific field
Minimum 4+ years of experience in skincare or cosmetic formulation
Strong understanding of formulation development, stability testing, and product scale-up
Experience working in a GMP-regulated laboratory environment preferred
Ability to manage multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment
Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills
Collaborative mindset with the ability to work cross-functionally
Why This Role
This is an opportunity to join a dynamic R&D environment where your formulation expertise directly contributes to the development of innovative skincare products. You’ll work closely with cross-functional partners and play a key role in bringing products from concept to commercialization.
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