Chemist R&D skin care/cosmetics (M/F/X)* APPLY NOW
*With us, it's the person that counts, not the gender. Our community is open, colorful and tolerant. We focus on diversity, reject discrimination and do not think in categories such as gender, ethnicity, religion, disability or sexual identity.
About us:
AVE & YOU develops cosmetics for very individual beauty needs, demands and goals. Combining dermatological expertise and intelligent technology, we develop clean & vegan products that leave nothing to be desired in terms of performance as well as naturality. To offer our customers a unique brand experience, we are looking for a working student to support our R&D team from the beginning of conception all the way to production.
Your role:
This role will suit an experienced cosmetic product formulator capable and willing to flex between different cosmetic product development responsibilities. Categories of interest include Skincare, Personal & Body and Suncare. We are looking for an ambitious self starter who is working closely with the Product Management team, understands new product trends and is able to formulate “clean”.
- Initiate the development process on new products; that meet marketing's expectations
- Lead the product development from lab to scale up
- Create and/or review and approve technical documents to support developmental projects (i.e. ingredient statements, manufacturing formula card, cost formulas)
- Develop manufacturing processes for development projects
- Develop specifications for new and/or reformulated products
- Source and approve new and/or alternate raw materials
What you'll bring:
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry or related field is a must have
- Minimum 2-5 years of experience in product formulations; preferably in Skincare, Haircare, Bath & Body, Suncare etc.
- Must have experience with laboratory equipment through laboratory experience.
- Strong data management skills, included expertise searching and establishing Excel databases.
- Familiar with EU Cosmetic Regulations
What we offer:
- The opportunity to actively shape the development of a fast-growing company and develop professionally.
- Working in an innovative start-up atmosphere - where beauty meets tech.
- You appreciate feedback? Good to hear! We offer a friendly and open feedback culture to learn and grow together!
- Flat hierarchies, fast decision-making
- A young, creative, highly motivated and international team.
- Regular team events
- Office in the heart of West Berlin
- You love our products? Fantastic! We offer a nice welcome gift on your first day!
Please note that your application should focus on your experience and motivation. Please don't forget to tell us why you want to be part of the team. We also need your earliest possible start date. We are looking forward to meeting you!