R&d Chemist - Kota Damansara, Malaysia - MERRYCOS INDUSTRIES SDN BHD

Description

• Maintain R&D raw material inventory which includes coordination of chemical requests as well as logging and removing expired raw materials.
• Submit completed batch requirements to the micro and stability labs.
• Prepare and ship bulk submission samples as required by Head R&D Chemist.
• Assist in maintaining daily lab tasks.
• Manufacturing of batches in the R&D lab, process optimization for formulations, documentation generation, defining/creating release specifications, tracking stability and microbial testing.
• Troubleshooting formulas as well as continuous improvement of existing formulas and processes.
• Ability to interact successfully in crossfunctional teams.
• Compile and support certain regulatory aspects.
• Hands on creation and development of a wide range of new personal care products including skin, hair, and body.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail oriented, excellent follow through, ability to multitask, well organized, cooperative, and energetic.
• Ability to set own priorities and work independently and effectively in a team environment.
• Strong ability to manage multiple projects in a fast paced environment.
• Knowledge of GMP.
• Operational knowledge of standard laboratory equipment.

• Degree in Chemistry or equivalent.
• 2 years of experience in personal care developing products with formulation knowledge in various forms (i.e. emulsions, surfactants, gels, serums).
• Fluent in the use of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
• Proven history of development of own formulation ideas, industry creativity, innovation, solutions for complex issues and leadership in a team environment.
• Experience in color cosmetics is preferable.