Senior Scientist Formulation and Application Development

<p><b><span>Position Summary</span></b></p><p></p><p><span>This position requires the individual to conduct laboratory experiments including product innovation, application research, formula development and performance testing as well as managing lab and people.</span></p><p></p><p><b><span>Essential Duties and Responsibilities</span></b></p><p></p><p><span>The Senior Scientist, Formulation and Application Development at Vantage Personal Care is a science-driven project leader responsible for planning, managing, executing, and supporting product innovation and formulation development projects. This role requires deep technical expertise in personal care categories, including skin care, hair care, color cosmetics, sun care, baby care, toiletries, and more, as well as a strong understanding of formulation science and application techniques. The candidate will ensure alignment with the product innovation team, leading formulation development and application studies while conducting experiments to enhance the value proposition of Vantage products and technologies. They will also develop new personal care applications and formulations, showcasing Vantage technologies through customer meetings, marketing campaigns, industry events, and trade shows. This role involves cross-functional collaboration with global laboratories, production plants, business units, suppliers, customers, and external partners to support new product launches, problem-solving for customer challenges, and process optimization. The candidate is expected to maintain strong expertise in Vantage products and technologies while staying informed about advancements in the cosmetic industry.</span></p><p></p><p><span>This full-time, on-site position requires laboratory presence 5 days per week, in accordance with the local return-to-office policy. The lab is based in the Barcelona Science Innovation District, with occasional visits to the Barcelona office site as needed.</span></p><p></p><p><b><span>Essential Duties and Responsibilities</span></b></p><p></p><p><span>Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:</span></p><ul><li><p><span>Collaborate with Global R&amp;D and Marketing teams to lead new product innovation and in-market product development, enhancing the VPC product portfolio based on Vantage strategy, market trends, and customer feedback. Responsibilities include assessing technical feasibility and business viability, developing new products, conducting performance tests, and finalizing product specifications.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Develop cosmetic formulations that showcase Vantage technologies, highlighting their added value in marketing campaigns, trade shows, customer briefs, workshops, and industry trends.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Monitor product and formulation stability, generating reports with findings.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Conduct qualification studies on Vantage ingredients, documenting results in detailed reports.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Provide technical support, addressing customer inquiries and formulation-related challenges.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Apply knowledge of laboratory safety procedures, SDS guidelines, and hazard/toxicity data to ensure compliance with site safety policies and the written safety manual.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Promote a culture of safety, continuously driving awareness and ensuring a safe work environment for all employees.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Maintain laboratory efficiency, following SOPs and GLP guidelines, while managing raw materials and packaging inventory.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Understand formulation procedures and Vantage technologies, integrating this expertise into applications that enhance customer products. </span></p></li><li><p><span>Keep accurate records of all laboratory work and research, ensuring alignment with standard laboratory principles.</span></p></li></ul><p></p><p><span>Note: The duties listed above are not all inclusive and may be subject to periodic updating or revision.</span></p><p></p><p><b><span>Education &amp; Experience</span></b></p><p></p><p><b><span>Education: </span></b></p><ul><li><p><span>Bachelor’s degree in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Polymer Science, or a related field.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Master’s or PhD preferred, with a minimum of 5 years of relevant industry experience.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Fluent in Spanish and English; proficiency in additional languages is a plus.</span></p></li></ul><p></p><p><b><span>Experience</span></b>:</p><ul><li><p><span>8-10 years of experience in the personal care industry, specializing in formulation, product development, application, or research.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Strong ability to collaborate with internal and external partners at all levels, driving project development, execution, and customer satisfaction.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Experience participating in industry events, trade shows, a