Role & responsibilities

We are looking for an experienced Assistant Manager Hair Care Formulation to join our R&D; team. The candidate will be responsible for developing, optimizing and troubleshooting hair care formulations, with hands-on experience in cosmetic ingredients, laboratory trials, stability testing and product scale-up

Preferred candidate profile

Product Formulation & Development
Develop formulations for shampoos, conditioners, hair oils, hair masks, serums and other hair care products.
Translate product briefs and consumer/brand requirements into feasible formulations.
Conduct laboratory trials, prototype development and formulation optimization.

Formula Optimization & Troubleshooting
Optimize formulations for performance, sensory attributes, stability and cost.
Conduct benchmarking against existing and competitive products.
Troubleshoot issues related to viscosity, phase separation, colour/odour changes, compatibility and stability.

Stability & Product Performance
Plan and monitor stability studies under different storage conditions.
Evaluate appearance, colour, odour, pH, viscosity, specific gravity and microbiological quality.
Coordinate performance evaluation, sensory studies and instrumental testing.




Analyze stability trends and recommend corrective actions.

Required Skills
Solid knowledge of Hair Care formulation and cosmetic ingredients.
Hands-on experience in shampoo, conditioner and/or hair oil formulation.
Good understanding of surfactants, conditioning agents, silicones, polymers, actives, preservatives and rheology modifiers.
Solid troubleshooting and analytical skills.
Knowledge of stability testing, scale-up and manufacturing processes.
Understanding of cosmetic regulatory requirements and documentation.
Solid project management and cross-functional coordination skills.
Valuable communication, presentation and technical documentation skills.
Ability to independently manage multiple projects.
Commercial and consumer-oriented mindset.

Educational Qualification
M.Sc. / M.Tech. / B.Tech. in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, Pharmacy or Chemical Technology.
Specialization in Cosmetic / Personal Care Formulation will be an added advantage.

Ideal Candidate Profile Candidates with 58 years of relevant experience in Hair Care Formulation/R&D;, Personal Care or Cosmetic industries, particularly those with hands-on experience in shampoo, conditioner and/or hair oil formulation.

📌 Assistant Manager Hair Care Formulation Goregaon (India)
🏢 Emami
📍 India