Matthew S.
Matt is a beverage scientist and herbalist whose skillset is a synergy of biotech, gastronomy, ethnobotany and phytopharmacology. He has exper...
I have done an MS. in chemistry from a well-reputed institution. I am a chemistry teacher, tutor and researcher.I have solved hundreds of issue...
I am a chemical engineer with experience in product development, product formulation and production managment. I already worked in different in...
Freelance technical editor with 10+ years of experience in academic and commercial research. B.S. in Chemistry & Mathematics (Dual Majo...
8 years of practical experience in Drug Delivery Systems, Polymers, & Biomaterials since 2014 Conversant with formulating parenteral and or...
Dr. Manasmita D.
I am an experienced biomedical researcher, who aspires to apply her cross-disciplinary skill sets for developing potential solutions to human h...
Dr. Jesse K.
Research Scientist responsible for securing and managing materials-based research programs. I conduct basic and applied R&D to develop ...
20+ years experience in personal (skin, hair, oral) and home care product development Cosmetic design and development expert
Dr. Stuart C.
Pharmaceutical/Nutraceutical/Food Formulation Scientist with 30+ years of experience developing soft chews, tablet and capsule products, chewab...
Cassandra Soraya O.
High interest on innovation & investigation. Had participated in projects such as development of biopolymers and implementation of bior...
Formulation, analysis, nutritional and functional development. Relevant experience: Director of Research (Steuben Foods); Chief Technical Offi...
Dr. Sue V.
I've been in the cosmetic industry for about fifteen years now and I'm absolutely in love with what I do. The best part of my job is he...
Worked full time on IVD Biosensor development : 1. Extensive literature survey for a diagnosis of blood analytes, interference studies, market...
Bridgedots Techservices P.
We, Bridgedots Techservices, are a Technology, Research and Consultancy company based out of India. We develop new and innovative products &...
A versatile, result-driven Food Technologist with MSc. in Food Innovation & Product Development and 4+ years' experience for FMCG m...
Dr. Huiguang Z.
I have a Ph.D. in Chemistry and have worked as a chemist for 15+ years in research and development. I have extensive experience with synthesis,...
Dr. Ali J.
I provide natural skincare services including formulation development, formulation review, scientific written material (content creation explai...
Dr. Priya P.
Preclinical toxicology- GLP Cosmetic risk assessment Medical device- risk assessment
Dr. Kyle I.
I am the Founder and Lead Consultant at Ike Scientific, LLC. Currently, I am finishing up my PhD in Bioengineering at the University of Utah an...
Dr. Ashok I.
An experienced formulation scientist with past experience at FDA.
Dr. Edward O.
Pharmaceutical R&D: pharmaceutical formulation chemistry (Ph.D. organic chemistry); preformulation and biopharmaceutics; discovery stag...
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How to Hire a Formulation Chemist
Formulation chemists are highly in demand today across industries such as cosmetics, food & beverage, medical devices, healthcare, nutraceuticals and more. Working with a freelance formulation chemist makes it easy to access the expertise you need to develop innovative, novel products. The freelance revolution has made it easier to access experienced formulation chemists who can help reduce time to market.
What Services Do Formulation Chemists Provide?
In an organization, a senior formulation chemist or a junior formulation chemist will be in charge of developing or testing a new product. In the era of the gig economy, you can easily hire a chemist to make a product. Formulation chemists jobs need not even involve being present in house and full time. Thanks to the remote revolution, they can be based halfway across the globe and still be available for your project. Here are some of the services formulation chemists provide.
A cosmetics formulation chemist can help with developing skin and haircare products that are shelf-stable, effective and safe. When you hire a cosmetic chemist, you can look for specific expertise that you might require, for e.g., experience with vegan or natural products, or experience with specific perfumes and flavours. A development chemist for skin care can help you develop lotions or make up, whereas a hair product chemist can help you create shampoos, serums, oils and other hair products. Freelance cosmetics chemists are growing in demand every day, and work with both big companies as well as small businesses to meet the demands of the rapidly evolving FMCG industry.
- A flavour chemist can help you create a new flavour or improve an existing one across products ranging from sauces to ice-cream.
- A food formulation chemist can analyze the makeup of a food product and suggest ways to improve shelf stability, flavour, texture, and more.
- A beverage formulation chemist can help with developing products such as protein shakes, health drinks, and aerated beverages.
- A vitamin formulator can help with making nutraceuticals or pharmaceutical products in the form of pills, drinks, syrups or capsules.
A freelance formulation chemist can have expertise in several different industries, especially if they have a chemistry or material science background. It is best that you review the applicant's work experience, education and portfolio to make the right decision.
How to Hire a Formulation Chemist
To hire formulation chemists, you need to have the following things ready:
- Scope of work: List down what exactly you need to get done, along with any specific skills or experience you might require. You might need a cosmetic formulator for a personal care formulation, like a soap developer. Or you might need a freelance chemist to carry out formulation research and development, find specific ingredients or alternatives, and draw up a list of manufacturers. You may also need specialists who develop skin care or hair care products for specific ethnicities and skin types such as black cosmetic chemists.
- Deadline & location: How quickly do you need to find a chemist? Do you need to find a formulation chemist near you? Are you looking to exchange physical samples or meet in person to go over recipes?
- Budget: How much does it cost to hire a cosmetic chemist? The answer varies based on what kind of expertise you need and how quickly you need it. However a benchmark figure is that it can cost betweeen USD 500-USD 5,000. If you need someone to create a product from scratch it could cost more, however small adjustments to formulas or recipes can cost less than USD 1,000.
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How to Hire a Chemist to Make a Product
Freelance chemists can accelerate the development of your product and take it to market quickly. From ingredients research and optimizing shelf-life to nutrition labelling and compliance, they can help you reduce time, effort and costs. You can hire a formulation chemist on an hourly rate on Kolabtree for ongoing support with your product development. If you have a fixed scope of work, you can work with a formulation chemist with defined deliverables and goals.
Kolabtree's experts have worked with some of the world's biggest cosmetics, pharma and food companies including Unilever, Nestle, Pfizer, Wyeth, McVitie's, L'oreal, and more. Get quick guidance from them to take your next product to market with confidence.
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