Senior Scientist (Formulation & Materials Science)

TL;DR

Senior Scientist (Formulation & Materials Science): Developing innovative delivery technologies for fragrance, flavor, nutrition, health, and beauty applications with an accent on formulation science and polymer materials. Focus on designing research programs and translating scientific findings into practical formulation solutions.

Location: Onsite in Shanghai, China

Company

A global science-led company specializing in nutrition, health, and beauty, focused on sustainable innovation and cutting-edge research.

What you will do

• Lead and contribute to global, cross-functional innovation projects in collaboration with R&D and business teams.
• Design, plan, and execute research programs, including experimental work and detailed data analysis.
• Develop novel delivery systems and formulation strategies to enhance product performance in health and beauty applications.
• Monitor scientific and technology trends to identify new opportunities and support intellectual property development.
• Provide technical guidance within the team and ensure laboratory compliance with safety and environmental standards.
• Collaborate with business partners to address technical challenges and deliver effective customer solutions.

Requirements

• PhD in Chemical Engineering, Physical Chemistry, Polymer Science, Food Science, Materials Science, or a related discipline.
• Strong research experience in formulation science, delivery technologies, or encapsulation.
• Proven laboratory expertise with analytical techniques such as thermal analysis, light scattering, or rheology.
• Ability to design experiments and translate complex scientific findings into practical solutions.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.

Nice to have

• Experience in consumer products, flavors and fragrances, nutrition, beauty, or personal care industries.

Culture & Benefits

• Unique career paths across health, nutrition, and beauty sectors.
• Opportunity to work on sustainable products impacting millions of consumers daily.
• Environment driven by cutting-edge research and creativity.
• Strong emphasis on continuous professional growth and leadership development.
• Collaborative team culture with a focus on shared wins and supportive colleagues.

Hiring process

• Online application via the company career portal including a resume in English.