Senior R&D Chemist

Known as “The Abnormal Beauty Company”, DECIEM is the parent company of The Ordinary, NIOD, and other beauty brands & is an industry disruptor with a science first approach to innovation. DECIEM was Co-Founded in 2013 by the late Brandon Truaxe, a visionary who set out to change the beauty industry through authenticity and transparency. He developed DECIEM to be a happy family (of people and beauty brands), rooted in kindness, creativity, diversity, and respect, alongside Co-Founder and CEO, Nicola Kilner.We are growing rapidly and we’re looking for someone who shares this vision and wants to grow with us!WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FORWe are looking for a Senior Research and Development Chemist to work at our Head Office in Toronto.WHAT YOU’D BE DOING IN THIS ROLEPlan and conduct research in advanced different cosmetic categories or systems.Responsible for developing new and innovative formulas and re-engineering benchmark products, hydrous and anhydrous systems, while using performance-based innovative technology and raw materials.Formulate and prepare lab batches; evaluate texture, performance and stability.Evaluate technical issues (formula, making process and filling) and provide science-based recommendations for corrective actions.Manage other R&D personnel, assigning/delegating tasks.Measure performance of R&D personnel to meet company objectives.Engage in supplier meetings and attend conferences, seminars, and conventions.Document all phases of the R&D process; prepare clear and concise status and summary reports on projects; provide timely updates to the Project Management team.Aid in screening candidates, interviewing and hiring new R&D personnel.Aid in patenting new Intellectual Property and Technology.SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED TO GET THE JOB DONEStrong technical knowledge of existing and latest developments in skincare formulation technologies, actives and functional raw materials.Strong research skills and established networking with raw materials suppliers.Practical knowledge of product behaviour and main stability issues in skincare formulations and the strategies to overcome them.Good understanding of skin and hair physiology.Working knowledge of GLP and GMP guidelines, and regulatory requirements applicable to skincare and cosmetic industry.WHAT YOU’LL BE GAINING BY JOINING OUR TEAMThere’s a lot of good stuff that comes along with being a DECIEM team member. Here’s a few of our favourite perks and benefits, in no particular order…Generous Vacation & Personal Days, plus additional time off for volunteering in your community, voting, peaceful protesting, celebrating your birthday, and more.6 months of paid time off for new parents (inclusive of all genders).Work from anywhere 4 weeks per year.A hybrid work model (for applicable roles).Summer Fridays - get off at 1pm all summer long! (for applicable roles).A dog-friendly office (and lots of cute dogs to play with).Unlimited access to an Employee Assistance Program that includes mental health care, mindfulness programs, and more.Access to Development Grants & a LinkedIn Learning membership to help you keep growing and learning.A generous discount on DECIEM products for you, your family, and your friends.BUILDING GROWTH TO POWER GOODWe are a People first company that lives by our core values to…Do the right thing.Respect small things.Be the future.These values continue to guide us in all that we do. Along the way, we’ve been honoured to win some pretty incredible awards, including a CEW Achiever Award, Best Skincare Brand at Sunday Times Style Beauty Awards, and Most Popular Sustainable Brand by The Cosmetify Index Global. We’re still blushing!SUSTAINABILITY AND SOCIAL IMPACTDECIEM’s objective is to build growth and do good things while prioritizing people, animals, and the Earth.Our Sustainability strategy is focused on fighting climate change, improved waste management, responsible packaging, responsible sourcing and product lifecycle, and water conservation.In 2020, DECIEM established the Good Fund to support both large and grassroots charities in response to global events.CREATING A HUMAN WORLD OF BEAUTYDECIEM is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) by creating meaningful, measurable change in the lives of our team members and in the communities where we operate. Achieving equality is critical to DECIEM and our future. You can learn more about our DEI commitment in our open letter, "Belonging is the Destination, Change is the Journey".DECIEM is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on age, colour, disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, and any other legally protected class in accordance with applicable federal, provincial and local laws. We are also committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you are contacted to be part of our recruitment process and require accommodation, please let us know.WANT TO JOIN US?Thank you for reading the whole thing! If you liked what you heard, kindly send us your resume. We really appreciate your effort in applying for this position. However, only those who have been shortlisted for interviews will be contacted.