Seeking a highly skilled and visionary R&D Director to lead formulation development and production scale-up efforts. This role involves creating innovative, high-quality cosmetic, hand, and body care formulations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and taking products from lab prototypes to mass production.
ResponsibilitiesLead formulation development and innovation for cosmetics, hand, and body care products.Oversee scale-up from lab prototypes to mass production while maintaining quality and consistency.Ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards (FDA, EU, GMP).Manage and mentor a team of chemists and technicians.Collaborate with marketing, production, QA, supply chain, and external partners.Stay current with market trends, emerging ingredients, and technologies.Manage R&D projects, budgets, and timelines from concept to commercialization.
Essential SkillsProficiency in Chemistry and Formulation.Experience in R&D and people management.Proven track record in scaling products from lab to mass production.Strong understanding of cosmetic chemistry and regulatory compliance.8–10 years of R&D experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within cosmetics or personal care.
Additional Skills & QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Cosmetic Science, or related field (Master’s/Ph.D. preferred).Proven experience in developing unique formulations.Exceptional leadership, project management, and collaboration skills.
Work Environment
Onsite manufacturing environment, full-time, Monday-Friday. Enjoy comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Clearwater, Florida.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $110000.00/yr.
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Clearwater,FL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 24, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
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