Technologist: Cosmetics Lab

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is a leading scientific and technology research organisation that research, develops, localises and diffuses technologies to accelerate socio-economic prosperity in South Africa. The organisation's work contributes to industrial development and supports a capable state. The CSIR has a vacancy for a Technologist: Cosmetics Lab in the

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is a leading scientific and technology research organisation that researches, develops, localises and diffuses technologies to accelerate socio-economic prosperity in South Africa. The organisation's work contributes to industrial development and supports a capable state.

Technologist: Cosmetics Lab

Skilled Level

About The Job

The CSIR has a vacancy for Technologist: Cosmetics Lab within

Agroprocessing in the Advanced Agri and Food Cluster. The incumbent will provide technical support within the Agroprocessing Research Group, cosmetic laboratory and in charge of day-to-day operations by assisting with the formulation development, analytical testing, troubleshooting and project reporting This position is based in Pretoria.

This position reports to the Senior Researcher: Agroprocessing Enterprise Upscaling and Acceleration

For more information about the cluster, go to https://www.csir.co.za/advanced-agriculture-and-food

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct ongoing formulation development and optimization;
• Provide regulatory and documentation support;
• Ensure method development and validation;
• Perform analytical testing and data analysis;
• Ensure laboratory compliance with quality, safety and regulatory standards during audits;
• Coordinate cross-functional projects and collaborate effectively to ensure deadlines are met;
• Participate in cosmetic laboratory audits;
• Assist with scale-up and commercialization activities.

Qualifications, Skills And Experience

• A BTech or BSc degree in chemistry or analytical chemistry, with at least two years' experience in a cosmetic laboratory environment;
• At least two years in cosmetic formulation development and a valid driver¿s licence will be advantageous;
• Familiarity with laboratory safety practices and quality assurance systems;
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams;
• Ability to solve problems;
• Analytical skills;
• Written and verbal communication;
• All international qualifications require an evaluation report/certificate issued by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

What¿s in it for you?

The CSIR Offers

• Learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive and market-related remuneration packages.
• Total guaranteed salary packages which encompass contributions to the pension fund, risk insurance and medical scheme.
• We openly acknowledge and reward our employees' contributions and accomplishments through our esteemed CSIR Excellence Awards.

PLEASE NOTE THAT FEEDBACK WILL BE GIVEN TO SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES ONLY.

For more info, please contact the CSIR Recruitment Centre on 012 841 4774 or email us at ***email_hidden***

The CSIR is an equal opportunity employer. As such, it is committed to the Employment Equity Act and will through the filling of this vacancy, give preference to candidates from Designated Groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act. By applying for this position at the CSIR, the applicant understands, and agrees that the CSIR may solicit a credit and criminal report from registered credit bureau and/or South African Police Services (in relation to positions that requires trust and honesty and/or entail the handling of cash or finances) and may also verify the applicant's educational qualification and employment history. The CSIR reserves the right to remove the advertisement at any time before the stated closing date, and it further reserves the right not to appoint if a suitable candidate is not identified.