Cosmetic Product Development Lead

About Panther

Panther is unlocking the power of the skin, the body’s largest, most responsive, and universally accessible immune organ, to deliver better health for all. Panther’s proprietary dissolvable microneedle array patch (MAP) technology delivers minute doses of thermostabilized treatments to precise locations below the skin’s surface.  There, the skin’s rich immune network activates systemic responses with improved efficacy and fewer side effects than current treatments. Panther’s solid-state treatments eliminate cold chain and sharps cost and complexity and its user-centric engineering enables direct patient and clinician interactions. 

Panther Life Sciences Corporation is applying the skin’s unique immune properties and advanced engineering to deliver shelf-stable, patient-centric, data-centric treatments to any/all consumers globally. Akin to Netflix in the media/content sector, Panther is partnering with and making its platform available to Pharma, Biotech, Cosmetics, and other firms to deliver a comprehensive pipeline of treatments in Panther’s microarray patch (MAP) application format.

Position Overview:

Panther Life Sciences is seeking an experienced Cosmetic Product Development Lead to oversee the design, development, and commercialization of innovative skin health products, including microneedle-based technologies. This role requires 10–15 years of experience in the skin health and beauty industry, with a proven track record of delivering products backed by strong medical evidence of efficacy. The ideal candidate will be adept in the full lifecycle of product development—from preclinical research through manufacturing, packaging, distribution, and marketing—and skilled in engaging both direct-to-consumer markets and medical dermatology/aesthetic professionals.

New York, NY — In-office 3–5 days/week

Key Responsibilities

Product Development & Innovation

• Lead end-to-end development of cosmetic and skin health products, ensuring clinical substantiation of claims.

• Collaborate with internal R&D teams to integrate medical-grade active ingredients, microneedle delivery platforms, and innovative formulations.

• Oversee preclinical testing processes (in vitro, ex vivo, and clinical) to support efficacy and safety claims for regulatory compliance.

• Translate preclinical and clinical data into actionable product specifications and launch plans.

Manufacturing & Supply Chain

• Select and manage contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs) for GMP-compliant cosmetic production.

• Develop scalable manufacturing processes, ensuring consistent product quality and cost efficiency.

• Oversee packaging design and sourcing to align with branding, consumer safety, and regulatory standards.

Commercial Strategy & Market Engagement

• Design and execute go-to-market strategies for both direct-to-consumer and medical channel sales.

• Build relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) in dermatology and medical aesthetics for endorsements, trials, and product validations.

• Oversee marketing campaign development, integrating clinical results into compelling brand narratives.

• Analyze market trends to identify new opportunities and refine product positioning.

Regulatory & Compliance

• Ensure all products meet U.S. FDA cosmetic regulations and relevant global standards.

• Collaborate with regulatory affairs to secure necessary certifications and maintain compliant labeling and claims.

Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Lead and mentor cross-disciplinary project teams including R&D, marketing, and operations.

• Manage timelines, budgets, and deliverables across multiple simultaneous projects.

• Serve as a primary liaison between product development and executive leadership.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in cosmetic science, chemistry, biomedical engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred.

• 10–15 years of experience in cosmetic or skin health product development, with a track record of market successes.

• Demonstrated experience bringing products from concept to market with clinical evidence of efficacy.

• Deep understanding of microneedle, transdermal, and advanced topical delivery systems preferred.

• Strong knowledge of preclinical and clinical testing pathways for cosmetics with medical-grade claims.

• Experience managing manufacturing, packaging, and supply chain processes.

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