Job Description:

Job Description – Executive / Lab Assistant – R&D

Department: Research & Development (R&D)
Position: Executive / Lab Assistant – R&D
Experience: Fresher / 0–1 Year
Location: Gurgaon, Haryana
Industry: Cosmetics / Personal Care
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We are looking for a fresher / entry-level Executive – Lab Assistant (R&D) to join the Research & Development team of a cosmetics and personal-care manufacturing organization in Gurgaon.

The candidate will support the R&D/Formulation team in laboratory activities, sample preparation, testing, documentation, raw-material handling and development of cosmetic/personal-care products. This is a suitable opportunity for candidates who are interested in building a career in cosmetic formulation, laboratory operations and product development.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist R&D/Formulation team in preparation of laboratory batches and product samples.

• Support preparation, weighing and dispensing of raw materials as per approved formulations.

• Conduct basic laboratory tests and record observations accurately.

• Assist in preparation of creams, lotions, gels, shampoos, face-care and other personal-care formulations as required.

• Maintain proper laboratory records, test reports, batch sheets and sample documentation.

• Assist in physical and basic chemical evaluation of raw materials and finished products.

• Check product parameters such as appearance, colour, odour, pH, viscosity and consistency under supervision.

• Maintain proper identification and labeling of laboratory samples.

• Ensure proper handling, storage and housekeeping of laboratory chemicals and raw materials.

• Clean and maintain laboratory glassware, instruments and work areas.

• Support R&D trials, stability studies and product comparison activities.

• Assist in preparation of trial batches and documentation for scale-up activities.

• Coordinate with Production and Quality teams whenever required for R&D trials and samples.

• Follow laboratory safety procedures, hygiene requirements and company SOPs.

• Maintain confidentiality of formulations, product specifications and R&D-related information.

• Support other laboratory and R&D activities assigned by the R&D Manager/Senior.

Educational Qualification

Preferred Qualifications:

• B.Sc. – Chemistry

• B.Sc. – Industrial Chemistry

• B.Sc. – Biotechnology

• B.Pharm / M.Pharm

• M.Sc. – Chemistry / related specialization

• Diploma/Degree in Cosmetic Science or related field

Freshers are encouraged to apply.

Desired Skills

• Basic knowledge of chemistry and laboratory practices.

• Basic understanding of cosmetic/personal-care formulations will be an advantage.

• Good knowledge of laboratory equipment and glassware.

• Good observation and analytical skills.

• Basic knowledge of MS Excel and MS Word.

• Good documentation and record-keeping ability.

• Willingness to learn formulation and product-development processes.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work effectively as part of an R&D team.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Experience: Fresher / 0–1 year.

• Candidates from Cosmetics, Personal Care, FMCG, Pharmaceutical, Chemical or related academic backgrounds may be considered.

• Candidates with internship/project exposure in cosmetic formulation, chemistry laboratory, pharmaceutical laboratory or product development will have an added advantage.

• Candidate should be comfortable working in a laboratory/manufacturing environment.

• Gurgaon or nearby candidates would be preferred.

Key Competencies

Technical: Laboratory Testing | Sample Preparation | Raw Material Handling | Cosmetic Formulation Support | pH Testing | Viscosity Testing | Stability Testing | R&D Documentation

Behavioural: Attention to Detail | Learning Agility | Teamwork | Discipline | Analytical Thinking | Problem Solving | Documentation Accuracy

What the Candidate Will Learn

The selected candidate will get practical exposure to:

• Cosmetic and personal-care product development

• Laboratory formulation trials

• Raw-material handling

• Product testing and evaluation

• R&D documentation

• Stability studies

• Trial-batch preparation

• Coordination with Production and Quality departments

• Basic GMP, laboratory safety and hygiene practices

Reporting

Reporting To: R&D Manager / R&D Executive

Job Location

Gurgaon, Haryana

Ideal Candidate

A B.Sc./M.Sc. Chemistry, B.Pharm/M.Pharm, Cosmetic Science or related fresher who has a genuine interest in cosmetics and personal-care product development and wants to establish a long-term career in R&D/Formulation.