Chemist needs 1+ years' industry experience

Chemist requires:

• Ø Vocational training
• Ø Further training
• Ø Minimum 0-1 years of industry experience
• Ø University (degree) Bachelor of Science or Master of Science in Chemistry, Biology, Engineering or related field
• Ø Great Computer skills
• Ø  Strong communication skills
• Ø Understand, utilize and document within laboratory notebook

Chemist duties:

• Ø Formulate hair related products under supervision of Senior Chemist or Manager.
• Ø Document within laboratory notebook and note every batch made with details of reason for the batch, batching notes, batch specification results and other test results as applicable.
• Ø Understand, follow and adhere to project cost objectives and timelines for each project and develop cost estimates with supervisor.
• Ø Follow requirements of the new product development process and follow through with action plans to meet the goals and timeline of the project.
• Ø Conduct stability as required by department policy, i.e., track stability, update results charts and summarize data for review at each test period.
• Ø Design and develop, as well as conduct efficacy testing, as required for projects and requested by supervisor
• Ø Communicate formulation stability and efficacy results and issues promptly and thoroughly as well as make recommendations for change/improvements when stability or efficacy testing fails.
• Ø  Interact with raw material vendors and other industry representatives to further expand on the understanding of their products, technologies and services.
• Ø  Participate in pilot and first production batches and write detailed descriptions of batching procedures to ensure batch reproducibility
• Ø  Handle formulation and manufacturing issues for new and existing products.
• Ø  Interact with departments and colleagues within and outside of R&D, including, but not limited to, Marketing, Manufacturing, QA and Salon Services.
• Ø  Seek out and read industry literature as it relates to new assignments and technologies.
• Ø Assist in the maintenance of laboratory raw materials, glassware, supplies and waste removal.
• Ø Actively participate in the development of new and innovative products or technologies with interdepartmental colleagues.
• Ø  Communicate effectively and routinely with supervisor and, as needed, colleagues on all projects.
• Ø Gain a working knowledge of laboratory equipment utilized to evaluate the physical and performance attributes of various product types.
• Ø  Maintain an organized, clean and tidy laboratory and cubicle workspace. Handle other projects and duties as assigned.
• Ø Worker must periodically review the materials Hazardous Book of Guidelines.
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