• Application Deadline:
• Position: Research and Development Specialist (Personal Care Product)


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Research 
  

Job Descriptions:

• Develop product formulas


• Perform necessary testing of samples (parameters check, sensory, preference test, stability test)


• Prepare samples for usage testing and market survey


• Submission of proposals for the improvements of existing products (cost, performance, packaging, etc.)


• Duplication of benchmark samples


• Work with vendors on sourcing innovative ingredients, best prices and meeting project timelines


• Visit trade shows both local and foreign


• Attend training to further enhance knowledge in R&D and testing methods


• Maintain a safe, clean and organised working environment


• Keep a proper record of all laboratory batches and experiments carried out (formulations and methods as well as observations noted during the trials)


• Proper filing or recording of all other processes essential to the functions of the R&D lab (samples receiving, equipment manuals, test methods, records of all tests carried out and minutes of the meeting with vendors)

Qualification:

• BSc in Chemistry


• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the cosmetics industry


• Strong communication and listening skills


• Highly organized with meticulous attention to detail


• Proactive and self-motivated


• Capable of accomplishing tasks and meeting targets with minimal supervision