Head – Skincare R&D; and Innovation Job Summary We are looking for a highly accomplished and scientifically strong R&D; leader to spearhead Research, Development and Innovation for our skincare portfolio. The individual will be responsible for driving scientific research, developing cutting-edge skincare formulations, exploring advanced ingredients and technologies, and translating scientific discoveries into commercially successful products. The role requires a combination of strong scientific expertise, hands-on understanding of cosmetic science and formulation development, innovation mindset, and the ability to build and lead a high-performing R&D; team.

Key Responsibilities
1. Skincare Research & Formulation Development
• Lead end-to-end research and development of innovative skincare products across categories such as moisturisers, serums, cleansers, sunscreens, anti ageing, pigmentation, acne care and skin repair.
• Drive formulation development, from initial research and concept development to laboratory trials, scale-up and commercialisation.
• Develop advanced formulations using scientifically validated active ingredients, novel molecules and emerging technologies.
• Ensure formulation efficacy, stability, safety, compatibility and superior sensory performance.
• Apply scientific understanding of skin biology, skin physiology, ingredient interactions and mechanisms of action to product development. 2. Scientific Research & Ingredient Innovation
• Identify and explore emerging skincare ingredients, active molecules, peptides, botanical actives and advanced delivery systems.
• Drive research into novel ingredients, encapsulation technologies, nanotechnology, liposomal delivery, microemulsions and other advanced formulation technologies, wherever relevant.
• Evaluate scientific literature, research publications, patents and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for product differentiation.
• Establish scientific validation methodologies to assess ingredient efficacy, bioavailability, stability and performance.
• Develop proprietary formulations, innovative ingredient combinations and differentiated product technologies. 3.



Innovation Strategy & New Product Development
• Build and drive a robust skincare innovation pipeline aligned with business objectives and evolving consumer needs.
• Identify opportunities for breakthrough innovations and differentiated skincare solutions.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Consumer Insights and Business teams to translate consumer problems into scientifically differentiated products.
• Lead the development of new product concepts and ensure successful execution from research to commercial launch.
• Drive continuous innovation and improvement of existing products through new ingredients, technologies and formulation enhancements. 4. R&D; Leadership & Team Development
• Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing team of formulation scientists, research professionals and technical experts.
• Establish a strong scientific research and innovation culture within the R&D; function.
• Set research priorities, technical objectives and innovation roadmaps.
• Build internal scientific capabilities and encourage experimentation, research-led problem solving and knowledge sharing.
• Collaborate with external research institutions, scientific experts, laboratories and technology partners wherever required. 5. Testing, Validation, Quality & Regulatory Compliance
• Oversee formulation stability, compatibility, microbiological, safety and efficacy testing.
• Drive scientific validation of product claims through appropriate instrumental, in vitro, consumer and clinical evaluation methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Indian and international cosmetic regulations and quality standards.
• Establish robust R&D; documentation, formulation protocols and product validation processes.
• Work closely with Quality, Regulatory,



Manufacturing and external testing partners to ensure successful product commercialisation. 6. Technology, Vendor & External Research Partnerships
• Identify and evaluate new technologies, raw materials, active ingredients and specialised formulation capabilities.
• Develop relationships with ingredient manufacturers, technology providers, research institutions and external laboratories.
• Evaluate opportunities for technology partnerships, collaborative research and intellectual property development.
• Drive cost optimisation and manufacturing feasibility without compromising product efficacy, safety or quality. Qualifications & Experience Education
• Master's degree or Ph.
D. in Cosmetic Science, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutics, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology or other relevant scientific disciplines.
• Ph.
D. candidates with strong research credentials in relevant scientific fields will be preferred.
• Candidates must have a strong scientific and research-oriented academic foundation. Experience
• Significant experience in Research & Development, preferably within skincare, cosmetics, dermatology or the broader beauty and personal care industry.
• Strong understanding of skincare formulation science, active ingredients, skin biology and cosmetic technologies.
• Demonstrated experience in developing innovative skincare formulations and successfully commercialising new products.
• Experience in scientific research, ingredient innovation, efficacy validation and advanced formulation technologies.
• Proven ability to lead and manage multidisciplinary R&D; teams.
• Experience in building and executing innovation pipelines and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders. Preferred Attributes
• Research publications, patents, scientific contributions or demonstrated expertise in innovative formulation technologies.
• Exposure to international skincare markets, emerging cosmetic technologies and global ingredient innovation.
• Experience working with research institutions, external laboratories and scientific partners. This message is marked Confidential. Do not distribute to third parties without manager approval.

📌 Head Skincare R&D and Innovation (Gurugram)
🏢 Transformative Ventures
📍 Gurugram