Development Chemist
Multiform Human Development (Pty) Ltd.
Edenvale, Gauteng
Permanent
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Posted 31 October 2025

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Job Description

Overview:
We are looking for a skilled and proactive Development Chemist to join our team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in formulation chemistry and experience in regulatory and manufacturing environments. The successful candidate will contribute to product development from concept to scale-up, ensuring compliance and quality throughout. This role reports directly to the Head of Research & Development and will work closely with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities:
Formulation Development:
  • Create and optimise cosmetic/personal care formulations.
  • Conduct stability, compatibility, and performance testing.
  • Develop innovative formulations in line with business quotas and strategic goals.
  • Performance will be evaluated based on the delivery of innovative formulations and contribution to the product pipeline.
Allergen Calculation:
  • Perform accurate allergen assessments and maintain documentation.

Regulatory Compliance:
  • Ensure formulations meet local and international regulatory standards.
  • Prepare and maintain documentation for product safety and compliance.
  • Support regulatory submissions and audits.
GMP & ISO 22716 Compliance:
  • Apply Good Manufacturing Practices and ISO 22716 standards in development.
  • Support quality assurance and participate in internal audits.
Batch Upscaling:
  • Translate lab-scale formulations to pilot and full-scale production.
  • Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure consistency and efficiency.
  • Document scale-up processes and troubleshoot production challenges.
Reporting & Documentation:
  • Draft technical reports including Root Cause Analyses (RCA) for issues identified in batch production.
  • Prepare and share PIFs and other relevant documentation with clients and internal stakeholders.
  • Maintain clear and accurate records of formulation development and testing outcomes.

Qualifications & Experience:
  • Degree in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, or related field.
  • 3–6 years of experience in formulation development, preferably in cosmetics or personal care.
  • Strong understanding of cosmetic regulations and compliance standards.
  • Experience with GMP and ISO 22716.
  • Proficient formulation skills and able to reverse engineer complex formulas.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating within a team structure.
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