R&D Executive- Cosmetics

Role Overview: As an R&D Senior Executive in Cosmetics at Vimson Derma, your main responsibility is to formulate, develop, and enhance cosmetic products while ensuring compliance with industry regulations and market demands. Your role will involve conducting extensive research, innovating products, performing stability testing, and collaborating with various departments to introduce top-quality cosmetic formulations to the market. Key Responsibilities: - Develop and optimize innovative formulations for skincare, haircare, personal care, and cosmetic products based on market and client requirements. - Identify and evaluate new active ingredients, raw materials, and technologies to enhance product efficacy and innovation. - Conduct stability studies to assess product performance, consistency, and shelf-life under various conditions. - Ensure all formulations comply with GMP, BIS, FDA, ISO 9001:2015, and other applicable cosmetic regulations. - Prepare and test prototypes, ensuring they meet required aesthetic, functional, and sensory characteristics. - Work closely with the production team to optimize formulation processes for scalability, cost efficiency, and production feasibility. - Analyze competitor products and industry trends to improve existing formulations and create market-driven innovations. - Maintain detailed records of formulation trials, test results, and regulatory documentation. - Evaluate raw materials for performance and safety and ensure compatibility with packaging materials. - Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Production, Purchase, and Marketing teams to ensure smooth product development and launch. Qualification Required: - Masters/Bachelors degree in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field. - 5+ years of experience in cosmetic product formulation and R&D. - Strong knowledge of cosmetic ingredients, emulsions, surfactants, actives, and preservatives. - Familiarity with GMP, BIS, FDA regulations, ISO standards, and safety guidelines. - Experience with stability testing, analytical testing, and product evaluation techniques. - Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and formulation software. - Strong problem-solving, analytical, and documentation skills. - Ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.,