Melaleuca: The Wellness Company · 2 months ago
Principal Scientist - Skincare
Idaho Falls
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
5+ years expMelaleuca, known for its commitment to wellness and recognized as one of America’s top employers, is seeking a Principal Scientist – Skin, Sun & Lip Care. This role involves leading innovation in product development, conducting tests, and collaborating across teams to ensure high-quality skincare products that meet consumer needs and regulatory standards.
Cosmetics
Responsibilities
Lead Innovation: Identify and pursue new technologies, formulations, and ingredient opportunities across Skin, Sun, and Lip Care categories
Execute Product Development: Translate briefs into breakthrough formulations that meet efficacy, safety, and sensory standards—from concept through launch
Advance Testing & Validation: Conduct and oversee performance, stability, safety, and clinical tests to substantiate product claims and ensure superior quality
Evaluate the Market: Perform technology and competitive assessments to identify trends, benchmark product performance, and inform innovation strategy
Support Claims & Compliance: Partner with Regulatory, Legal, and Marketing teams to substantiate product claims, ensuring scientific credibility and global compliance
Collaborate Across Teams: Work seamlessly with R&D, Operations, and Marketing to ensure smooth project execution and alignment with business objectives
Foster Scientific Excellence: Develop intellectual property strategies, support patent filings, and drive continuous improvement in formulations and processes
Champion Continuous Learning: Stay current on scientific literature, emerging raw materials, and evolving regulatory and market trends to inform innovation pipelines
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Chemistry or related scientific discipline
5+ years of relevant experience in personal care, skin care, or related FMCG categories (Beauty, Bath & Body, OTC)
Strong background in formulation chemistry, in vitro/in vivo/clinical testing, and product performance evaluation
Familiar with global cosmetic regulations, labeling compliance, and good manufacturing/laboratory practices
Skilled at developing new formulations, evaluating emerging technologies, and improving existing products
Proficient in experimental design, data interpretation, and scientific documentation
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare technical reports, patents, and SOPs
Natural collaborator with proven ability to work effectively across functions and mentor scientific staff
Ability to Relocate to Idaho Falls, ID and work in office 5 days a week
Company
Melaleuca: The Wellness Company
Melaleuca: The Wellness Company enhances the lives of those we touch by helping people reach their goals.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Ann Shavlan
Chief Executive Officer
Frank VanderSloot
CEO
Recent News
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