Beauty Quest Group is a leading integrated manufacturer and marketer of hair care products from branded and private label hair care, color, and styling products to professional salons and specialty retailers.

BQG sells a wide range of hair care products under its own brands, Aquage, RUSK, and One ‘n Only, as well as Private Label brands for leading retailers. BQG also provides contract manufacturing services to other leading marketers of hair care and other topical products.

Our amazing team here at Beauty Quest Group is the driving force and foundation of the company. Our thriving culture is based on Creativity, Innovation, Education, and Teamwork.

Beauty Quest Group does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services.

Your Role:

This is a great opportunity for a motivated chemist looking to build a career in personal care formulation. The Associate Chemist will support the development of hair care products (shampoo, conditioners, gels), foundations, lotions, sunscreens, and other personal care products, gaining hands-on experience while contributing fresh ideas to the growth of the company.

Job Title: Associate Chemist

Reports to: R&D Manager

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Formulating, researching, testing, and troubleshooting for the development and stability of new and existing personal care products.
• Developing new formulas from scratch and reformulating existing products.
• Researching and utilizing new raw materials for formulas.
• Managing and prioritizing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Collaborating cross-functionally with Production, Quality, and other stakeholders throughout product development.
• Maintaining compliance with cGMP standards and safety protocols.

Qualifications for the Associate Chemist:

• Prior experience in personal care or cosmetics formulation is preferred, but candidates with relevant coursework, internships, or research experience are also encouraged to apply
• Foundational understanding of emulsions, surfactant chemistry, polymers and film formers, and preservative systems
• Strong interpersonal skills with a willingness to learn and grow within a team environment
• Creative, self-motivated, and eager to think outside the box in a fast-paced environment

Education Requirements:

B.S. in Chemistry, Biology, Cosmetic Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field

Why Join Beauty Quest Group?

At Beauty Quest Group, we offer more than just a job — we provide a comprehensive compensation and benefits package designed to support your well-being, both at work and at home.

What We Offer:

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, and basic life & AD&D insurance for you and your family.
• Time Off: Enjoy up to 16 days of PTO annually, plus 11 paid holidays.
• Retirement & Savings: Access to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan.
• Additional Perks:
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Identity Protection Services
• Legal Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program.

COMPENSATION:

The salary for this role is $65,000 - $75,000 per year.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. This position may be designated as safety-sensitive and may require pre-employment and ongoing drug and/or alcohol testing in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. This job description does not constitute an employment contract and may be modified to meet business needs.

This role does not offer visa sponsorship at this time.