Cosmetic Formulation Scientist (Contract)

About Us

At Better Being we empower and inspire individuals to feel better and live healthier lives by providing the most trustworthy, pure, and innovative natural wellness solutions. If you thrive in a challenging work environment, surrounded by incredible team members who will help you grow and do your best work, Better Being is the right place for you. Come build with us and be part of an award-winning company that's helping create meaningful and lasting change in the healthcare industry.

Job Summary

Better Being is looking for a Senior Cosmetic Formulation Scientist to develop a line of skincare products on a contract basis. This person will be responsible for the development of the requested formulas from bench top testing through production scale-up, while adhering to strict label, claim, and cost parameters. They will work closely with all necessary departments within Better Being to ensure the successful development and launch of this product line.

Essential Functions

Develops excellent formulas matching the desired product concepts

Works closely with the Marketing team to ensure that all desired parameters are met

Works closely with the Regulatory team to ensure that all desired claims are supported

Works closely with the Procurement team to source necessary materials

Creates and edits product formulas and specifications in our PLM system

Creates a master manufacturing record for each formula

Conducts all necessary testing to ensure product functionality and stability

Oversees pilot batch testing

Provides manufacturing support to ensure successful transition to full-scale production

Keeps thorough and clear records of all work

Additional Responsibilities

Provides learning opportunities to the Formulation team relative to the subject matter

Attends and participates in meetings as necessary

Supports and is involved in company and department safety policies, procedures, programs and activities

Maintains a clean and orderly work area

Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science or a related field from a four-year college or university

Five to ten years of related experience and/or training in cosmetic formulation

Product development experience in the natural skincare space preferred

Successful development and commercialization of skincare products developed for sensitive skin

Knowledge of and experience working with Microsoft Windows, Excel, and Word

Ability to read, analyze and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, and/or governmental regulations

Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.

The employee may exert up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include near acuity, far acuity, depth perception, accommodation, color vision, and field of vision.

May be exposed to considerable noise from machinery.

Our Benefits

Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive package of competitive benefits and perks designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Our offerings include:

Access to our Employee Health Clinic for your medical needs.

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance coverage.

Participation in our Family First Program, emphasizing work-life balance.

401(K) plan with generous employer match to help you plan for the future.

Educational Reimbursement opportunities to support your continued learning and development.

Wellness Incentives to promote a healthy lifestyle.

Substantial product discounts, because we value our team members as customers too.

Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays, ensuring you have time to rest and recharge.

For more information, check out our website Better Being Careers and join us in experiencing a workplace where your well-being and success are our top priorities.

This description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities and qualifications. The position, duties, and qualifications are subject to change at any time.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.