R&D Project Specialist

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Manage R&D project development for Prestige Color cosmetics by coordinating cross-functional teams and Third Party Manufacturers to ensure timely delivery of compliant, high-quality formulas.
• Oversee formula development, testing, documentation, and regulatory compliance, supporting claims substantiation and technical reporting throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Manage R&D projects in close collaboration with internal cross-functional teams including Marketing, Procurement, Packaging, Product Development, Initiative Leaders, and support functions.
• Ensure close technical follow-up with Third Party Manufacturers by co-designing formulas, initiating discussions, and guiding TPMs towards Coty standards.
• Define formula specifications, initiate deviation and derogation reports when needed to ensure quality design.
• Follow up on test progression and result collection from TPMs, request internal testing such as microbiology, safety, and efficacy tests.
• Coordinate claims testing plans and ensure test results are delivered on time for claims support.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Science, Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 1-3 years of experience in formulation development (bench or TPM).
• Organizational and Project Management skills.
• Strong Problem-Solving ability.
• Fluent in English.

Nice to Have

• Consumer and market driven focus on Color and/or Skincare.
• Strong Intrapersonal skills.
• Prestige/luxury brand experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Science, Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering or related discipline.

Benefits & Perks

• Base Salary Range: $75,000-$90,000.
• Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage.
• 401k with generous employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Summer Fridays.
• Free lunches in office.
• Coty's global omni-working policy allows up to 50% remote work.