Hera Beauty
Junior Development Chemist
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Junior Development Chemist
Are you passionate about creating innovative cosmetic products and eager to develop your career in research and development? We're looking for a Junior Development Chemist to join our growing R&D team, where you'll play a key role in bringing exciting skincare, haircare and personal care products to life.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to work on products from initial concept through to commercial launch. You'll collaborate with experienced colleagues across R&D, Sales, Quality Control and Operations while developing your technical knowledge and making a real impact.
Requirements
- Degree in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science or a related scientific discipline
- A genuine passion for cosmetic formulation and product development
- Proactive with the confidence to take initiative and manage multiple projects
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively across different teams
- Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to laboratory work
- Knowledge of cosmetic regulations and compliance is beneficial but not essential
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Job Role
As a Junior Development Chemist, you will:
- Formulate high-quality and innovative skincare, haircare, and personal care products to meet customer and in-house briefs
- Liaise with the Sales Team to deliver suitable proposals within fast-paced timelines
- Collaborate with the R&D and QC team to ensure ingredient and regulatory alignment.
- Responsible for Development CPSR submissions and queries
- Follow industry trends on ingredients and new product launches
- Work closely with suppliers to secure raw materials, technical support, and pricing
- Collaborate with the sales team to ensure a smooth customer journey and provide proactive technical support
- Build strong relationships with the technical and operations teams, supporting scale-up, lab trials, and development
- Develop and maintain best practices in the lab, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement
- Participate in private label formulation projects, contributing to the in-house product library and fast market launches
- Assist with the preparation and testing of product samples for prospective customers
- Run multiple New Product Development (NPD) projects from concept to launch
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Schedule
- Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm
Salary
- £30,000-£34,000 depending on experience
Benefits
- 29 days holidays pro rata (including Bank Holidays)
- Company Bonus Scheme
- Quarterly Incentives
- Long service award
- Above & Beyond employee recognition scheme
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Calendar of staff social events
- Free parking on-site
Application question(s)
- Please confirm you have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application, as this role does not offer visa sponsorship.
- Please confirm you are happy to work in a full time, office based role.
- Will you be able to reliably commute or relocate to Peterborough PE3 8SB for this job?
Work Location
- In person
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