Food Chemist, Product Development (Cosmetics, Supplements, Aromatherapy) | Lebensmittelchemiker (m/w/d) Produktentwicklung – Kosmetik, Nahrungsergänzung, Aromatherapie
Casida GmbH
Job Summary
This role is ideal for a highly motivated Food Chemist or related scientific professional eager to drive product innovation from concept to market launch within the dynamic fields of cosmetics, food supplements, and aromatherapy. Day-to-day responsibilities include optimizing product recipes, performing technical and regulatory feasibility checks on new ingredients and claims, and creating essential quality documentation like specifications and test plans. A core function involves ensuring strict regulatory compliance, specifically handling EU Cosmetics Regulation (PIF, INCI, labeling) and Food Supplement Regulation (declaration, marketability checks). The position requires strong collaboration with external manufacturers, laboratories, and suppliers, managing sample runs and scale-up processes. This is an attractive opportunity offering significant creative freedom, short decision paths, and the chance to work across diverse product categories, ensuring high quality standards are met throughout the entire product lifecycle.
Required Skills
Education
Degree in Food Chemistry, Chemistry, or Oecotrophology (with a strong focus on chemistry/analytics), or comparable qualification
Experience
- Professional experience in product development (ideally in food supplements, cosmetics, or essential oils) or strong motivation to quickly integrate
- Practical regulatory background and understanding of EU requirements for labeling, claims, and marketability
Languages
Additional
- Location in Werdau (Saxony), with hybrid work options depending on the role. Permanent contract (unlimited duration). Full-time employment (part-time negotiable).