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Cosmetics R&D Specialist
生产制造·化工
Cosmetics R&D specialists design formulations, develop processes, conduct safety assessments, and ensure regulatory compliance, blending chemistry with market needs to create effective and aesthetically pleasing cosmetics.
Daily work
- 01Design formulations and conduct lab-scale experiments based on product requirements
- 02Evaluate and select new raw materials, build raw material database
- 03Perform stability, safety, and efficacy tests
- 04Optimize manufacturing processes, assist in resolving technical issues during production
- 05Document R&D activities, including formula reports and process specifications
- 06Participate in product registration or filing to ensure regulatory compliance
Ability requirements
Hard skills
- Chemical synthesis and analysis (e.g., HPLC, GC, spectroscopy)
- Formulation engineering (emulsion, thickening, preservation system design)
- Physical-chemical and microbiological testing methods
- Cosmetics regulations (e.g., Supervision and Administration of Cosmetics)
- Scale-up and GMP knowledge
Soft skills
- Creative thinking and experimental design
- Meticulousness and attention to data accuracy
- Cross-functional collaboration (marketing, production, regulatory)
- Project management and time planning
- Continuous learning of new technologies and trends
Best suited for
Suitable for those fascinated by chemistry, enjoy hands-on experiments, can endure long R&D cycles, and are detail-oriented with a strong sense of regulatory compliance.
Less suited for
Not suitable for those impatient with repetitive experiments, seeking quick returns, uncomfortable with rigorous documentation, or not interested in chemistry.
Salary (monthly)
Pre-tax estimate, tier-1 cities with social insurance · reference only
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