Brickell Brands is a science-driven skincare company dedicated to premium, GMP-compliant formulations. As we bring compounding fully in-house, we are building a production team that meets the highest standards of consistency, safety, and innovation. We are seeking an R&D Scientist with extensive experience in cosmetics, skincare, or pharmaceutical manufacturing to support scale-up of new product development.

Reports To: Director of Product

Key Responsibilities

• Take new products from idea to final formula independently.
• Reverse-engineer existing products to match performance, texture, stability, and pricing benchmarks.
• Assist in compounding and support the initial scale-up of new formulations from laboratory to pilot and production.
• Collaborate with the Compounder to improve processing methods and manufacturing efficiency.
• Finalize product specifications and assess product stability data to ensure product integrity.
• Validate and qualify alternate raw material suppliers.
• Support and participate in quality investigations, including root cause analysis, formulation troubleshooting, and corrective action implementation, as needed.
• Work with multiple departments to reach product development goals related to sourcing, purchasing, packaging, and marketing.
• Build and maintain relationships with vendors to stay informed on emerging and innovative ingredients.
• Assist in purchasing raw materials with internal buyer.

Role Qualifications:

• B.S., M.S., or Ph. D in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related science discipline
• 7+ years of experience in skincare product development
• Basic knowledge of compliance preferred - MoCRA, EU regulations
• Experience with common lab best practices for both safety and cleanliness
• Experience working with a production team to compound formulas and troubleshoot issues pertaining to compounding and scaling up
• Ability to work independently from a simple project brief
• Experience with all-natural formulas a plus
• Must live within commuting distance of our South Portland, ME facility, or be willing to relocate

Qualities for Success:

• Ability to drive work independently
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to think critically and to solve problems
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Strong ability to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Comfortable with being adaptable to a quickly changing environment

Physical Requirements: This position is office-based and requires sustained work at a lab bench for extended periods, along with some work on a computer. Candidates must be able to remain in a stationary seated or standing position for an extended period of time with or without reasonable accommodation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• What is your desired salary?
• Do you have experience compounding and scaling up formulas in a production environment?

Work Location: In person