Job Description
Senior Scientist, Eye
SENIOR SCIENTIST, EYE
GLOBAL COLOR COSMETICS, CONSUMER BEAUTY
MORRIS PLAINS, NJ
COTY is looking for smart leaders who are fast and passionate.
We are currently looking for a Sr. Scientist to join our Eye R&D team who has strong technical skills
in color cosmetics and is able to provide technical solutions that address consumer tensions. The
team member will work closely with their manager to support product development by designing
& developing new chassis, shades and innovative textures.
THE ROLE
In this role you will be responsible for:
- Develop formulas and on trend shades that deliver superior consumer performance on time while providing regular updates to manager.
- Operate laboratory equipment, follow R&D procedures, and document development and experimental results.
- Test and document formula or integrated product performance and stability results to implement optimization.
- Work across R&D disciplines (process, analytical, packaging, regulatory, safety, etc..) to enable projects and assist teams in root cause of issues.
- Interact with raw material vendors and other industry representatives to enable formula development that meets consumer and business needs.
- Technical standard development and specifications on time.
- Comply with all company policies, procedures, safety, and GMP.
- Responsible for end-to-end development including technical briefs, communication across functional teams, experimental design and establishing validation plans.
- Define formula based critical technical parameters to deliver the consumer performance with an in depth understanding of the chemistry and ingredient functions.
- Has the ability to make technically sound decisions based on data and consumer insights.
- Able to analyze data to draw conclusions and risk assessments.
QUALIFICATIONS
We'd love to see candidates who have:
Essential:
- Minimum 7 years of technical experience in a relevant discipline such as personal care and/or color cosmetics.; 5 years with master's degree.
- Demonstrates broad and in-depth knowledge of raw materials, formulation technology (Pigments, polymers) that can be applied to color cosmetic and skin care formulations.
- Good ability to perform DOE, modelling & testing, risk analysis, formulation technology road mapping for pipeline management and ROI.
- Experience and strength in collaboration with both internal (including Marketing, Procurement and Manufacturing) and external stakeholders (including suppliers).
- Performs good experimental execution, data collection, and documentation.
- Strong communication and organization skills.
- Innovative and creative thinker who can work independently.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with an innate curiosity.
- Passion for beauty with a general understanding of color products.
- Ability to collaborate and evolve in a fast-paced matrix environment.
Desirable:
- Prior experience with mascara formulation highly desirable _._
Physical Demands/Requirements
- Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
- Ability to occasionally travel to assigned regions - domestic and internationally.
- Ability to routinely follow policies and procedure related to company practices and safety procedures.
- Ability to operate various office equipment and/or machinery.
Description of Work Environment/Conditions
- Ability to perform assigned work hours and work periodic overtime in order to meet the job responsibilities of the role.
- Individual will be exposed to working in or around a lab environment with various equipment, machinery and chemicals. Safety precautions must be adhered to and followed at all times.
- Individual may visit internal and external manufacturing sites and laboratories. Safety precautions must be adhered to and followed at all times.
WHAT WE OFFER
This is unique role with a genuine opportunity to make an impact. You'll get to work in a diverse environment with a team of professionals who are passionate about the work they do and know how to have some fun along the way.
ABOUT US
Our people make us who we are. They are the brightest minds bringing the boldest ideas to life every day. If you're the kind of person who refuses to settle, if you want to think bigger, learn faster and go further than you ever thought possible - we'd love to hear from you.
Coty is deeply committed to Changing the Conversation around Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in an effort to create a more open, inclusive, and diverse workplace where all employees can be their authentic self.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
We offer equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Coty complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact cotyjobsUS@cotyinc.com .We strongly believe that cultivating a diverse workplace gives a company strength. The combination of unique skills, abilities, experiences and backgrounds creates an environment that produces extraordinary results. EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled.
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Country/Region: US
City: Morris Plains
Nearest Major Market: New Jersey