THG is a fast-moving, global technology business that specialises in taking brands direct to consumers . Our world-class proprietary tech and infrastructure powers our extensive portfolio of beauty, nutrition and lifestyle brands and is now helping drive exponential growth of our clients' brands globally.

We're powered by a global team of over 7,000 ambitious people around the world. Our culture is fast-paced and entrepreneurial, it's this DNA that has supported our incredible growth.

We're always looking for individuals that can bring fresh and innovative thinking to THG, and play a part in driving the group forward on its exciting journey. So, if you're ready to take the next big step in your career, challenge yourself every day and evolve with the world around you, THG is ready for you.

Role: The R&D Chemist is a key member of the company's Research and Development Team. The primary responsibilities required for this role are:

Responsibilities:

• Review new Product development requests (PDR's) and collaborates with SE's for additional clarification; assign tentative project completion dates.
• Develop new formulations utilizing in-depth knowledge of chemical Ingredients and processes that meets the desired technical and aesthetic attributes specified by customers on PDR.
• Prepare lab batches of formulas needed for submitting samples for customer analysis within lab schedule, and reformulating / resubmitting them based on customer's feedback.
• Maintain detailed and organized lab notebook with detailed observations while making lab batch.
• Develop detailed lab scale process for success including order of addition, critical raw materials and processing parameters, bench standard and benchmark, and lab scale preliminary specification and test results
• Provide SE and customer technical support, participation on account teams and teleconferences
• Work closely and collaboratively with lab technicians, to teach, coordinate and collaborate on projects leading to well-planned and executed bench work and successful sample submissions
• Perform and monitor stability with lab technician, utilizing approved stability protocol, and re-formulate if initial formula is unstable.
• Meet with raw material vendors to learn about new technologies and new raw materials that can be utilized to create/improve Bentley's innovative technology offerings.
• Communicate all information regarding formulation, project status, costing, and results to all appropriate individuals, maintaining confidentiality requirements.
• Collaborate as a key team member across the R&D department, contributing innovative ideas, expertise, knowledge, experiences with strong team spirit, and pride in organization's contribution to the company
• Perform/Monitor calibration and validation of all lab instruments with Lab Technicians.
• Maintain clean, safe and well-organized lab working area.

Required Outcome:

• Stable and compliant personal care, cosmetics and OTC products
• Timely shipment of lab samples to customers/marketing/testing facilities
• Continual and ongoing collaboration/communication of the status of project to Sales Executives
• Documentation of detailed observations and specifications
• Learning of new technology via researching new raw materials and processes
• Establishing preliminary product specifications and detailed lab process

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor of Science degree in cosmetic science, chemistry or biochemistry. Masters degree preferred
• 3-5 years of experience in developing products with formulation knowledge in different forms like emulsions, gels, sprays, shampoos
• Strong ability to manage multiple projects

Benefits:

• Hybrid work schedule: 3-4 days in-office; 1-2 days WFH
• Salary: $60,000 - $70,000
• Office Location: Edison, NJ
• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• 401K matched up to 5%
• Generous PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Short and long-term disability
• Summer Fridays (early end time)
• Exclusive employee discounts on THG Brands
• Many more...

Because of the high volumes of applications our opportunities attract, it sometimes takes us time to review and consider them all. We endeavour to respond to every application we receive within 14 days. If you haven't heard from us within that time frame or should you have any specific questions about this or other applications for positions at THG please contact one of our Talent team to discuss further.

THG is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community.