Head of Research & Development

apartmentPollock & Associates placeCape Town calendar_month 

This executive role carries responsibility for scientific leadership, regulatory compliance, and driving the companys product development strategy to deliver measurable growth. This is a rare opportunity to join the executive leadership team and drive innovation at the forefront of the beauty care industry.

Essential Requirements:

  • An MSc or PhD in Chemistry or a related discipline,
  • 10+ years of progressive R&D leadership and product development
  • Expertise in professional beauty care formulation, high-concentration actives, clinical testing, and global cosmetic regulations is essential.
  • Strong capability in project management, team leadership, and the integration of sustainable packaging and raw materials will be critical to success.
Key responsibilities include
  • Steering the R&D roadmap in line with company strategy
  • Ensuring the scientific credibility of claims
  • Monitoring global regulatory compliance
  • Managing the whole portfolio from concept to launch.
  • Mentor a high-performing scientific team
  • Preparing departmental budgets

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