Senior R&D Chemist – Personal Care & OTC Job Listing at Kelly Services in Eagan, MN (Job ID US3591084_BH9923244)

Description

Kelly® Science & Clinical is partnering with a Minnesota-based company to hire a Senior Research and Development Chemist. This individual will lead formulation development for personal care, cosmetic, and OTC products, including sunscreens and anti-acne treatments. The role requires a blend of technical expertise, regulatory knowledge, and leadership experience.

Job Opportunity: This is a direct-hire opportunity for a seasoned chemist looking to lead innovation in a regulated, fast-paced environment.
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM
Salary: $80,000–$110,000
Employment Type: Direct-Hire / Permanent

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and optimize formulations from concept to commercial scale.
• Ensure compliance with FDA regulations, cGMP standards, and internal quality protocols.
• Scale up approved formulas and identify critical process variables.
• Troubleshoot production issues and batch inconsistencies.
• Write product specifications and compounding procedures.
• Oversee pilot batches and manage lab personnel.
• Conduct raw material research and vendor assessments.
• Analyze lab findings and offer strategic recommendations.
• Supervise and mentor lab staff while staying current with industry trends.

Qualifications:

• BS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field with 8+ years of experience
• (or advanced degree with 6+ years).
• Proven background in personal care or OTC product formulation.
• Strong knowledge of FDA regulations and cGMP compliance.
• Demonstrated leadership and cross-functional project management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and formulation software.

Preferred:

• MS or PhD with 10+ years of experience in personal care product development.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Science & Clinical?

Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world's most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals—it's the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed.

About Kelly

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