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R-2235 Research Scientist

Shanghai, Shanghai, China · On-site

Senior

Company Description Vantage provides natural solutions to our customers’ technical performance and marketing needs through a unique combination of chemistry, application expertise and service. Underpinned by our broad po…

Skills: Cosmetic Formulation, Application Development, Claim Substantiation, Product Evaluation, Technical Service

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Food Scientist

Carnegie, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site

$70k–$90k/yr

Mid level

Position Title: Food Scientist Position Summary Vantage Specialty Chemicals is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Food Scientist to support product design, process development, and application testing within the Van…

Skills: Ingredient Chemistry, Formulation Techniques, Laboratory Practices, Process Development, Sensory Evaluation

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Chemical Operator

Englewood, Ohio, United States · On-site

Entry level

Production Chemical Operator Englewood, OH Multiple Openings! Full benefits: medical, dental, vision + 401(K)! Room for growth! Tuition Reimbursement Program! Safety equipment, Uniforms & uniform cleaning are provided. S…

Skills: Chemical Processing, Computer Skills, Mathematics, Problem Solving, Interpersonal Communication

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Maintenance and Engineering Manager

Englewood, Ohio, United States · On-site

Senior+

Position Summary The Maintenance and Engineering Manager provides leadership and oversight for the plant’s maintenance and engineering functions, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operation of manufacturing equipmen…

Skills: Maintenance Management, Engineering Management, Facility Maintenance, Industrial Engineering

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Production Operation Technician

Gurnee, Illinois, United States · On-site

$21/hr–$31/hr

Entry level

Position Summary The Production Operation Technician, based on process know-how, knowledge, and trouble shooting skills, carries out independently, safely and responsibly all operations required to complete production re…

Skills: Chemical Process Control, Forklift Operation, Hazardous Materials Handling, Troubleshooting, SOP Compliance

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Maintenance Technician

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

Mid level

Position Title: Maintenance Technician Position Summary Provide repair and maintenance support in the mechanical, electrical and instrumentation areas of the facility. Perform preventive maintenance service. Position Sco…

Skills: Mechanical Troubleshooting, Electrical Troubleshooting, Instrumentation Repair, Preventive Maintenance, Pneumatic Systems

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Instandhaltungstechniker Elektro (m/w/d)

Leuna, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany · On-site

Senior

WAS DICH ERWARTET Deine Leidenschaft ist Chemie? Du fühlst dich wohl als Teil eines Teams, in dem Wertschätzung und gegenseitiger Respekt die Basis der Zusammenarbeit sind? Du möchtest Teil eines Unternehmens sein, in de…

Skills: Electrical Maintenance, Automation Technology, MSR Technology, External Service Provider Management, Project Management (OPEX/CAPEX)

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Plant Operator

Leuna, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany · On-site

Mid level

WAS DICH ERWARTET Deine Leidenschaft ist Chemie? Du fühlst dich wohl als Teil eines Teams, in dem Wertschätzung und gegenseitiger Respekt die Basis der Zusammenarbeit sind? Du möchtest Teil eines Unternehmens sein, in de…

Skills: Chemical Process Technology, Plant Control Systems, Quality Control, Sampling, Process Monitoring

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Creative Design Intern – Part Time

Warren Township, New Jersey, United States · On-site

$22/hr–$33/hr

Entry level

Position Title Creative Design Intern - Personal Care Marketing (Part-Time) Position Summary Vantage Specialty Chemicals is seeking a Creative Design Intern to support the Personal Care Marketing team with the developmen…

Skills: Graphic Design, Visual Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Digital Marketing, Brand Execution

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Production Technician

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

Entry level

Position Summary To perform material movements (pumping, loading and unloading) while adhering to approved procedures Provide an information resource (in skill blocks of qualification and knowledge) for other team member…

Skills: Chemical Process Control, cGMP, ISO Standards, Food Safety Procedures, Forklift Operation

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Production Technician

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

Entry level

Position Summary To perform material movements (pumping, loading and unloading) while adhering to approved procedures Provide an information resource (in skill blocks of qualification and knowledge) for other team member…

Skills: Chemical Process Control, cGMP Compliance, ISO Standards, Forklift Operation, LOTO Procedures

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Stationary Engineer

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

Entry level

Position Title: Stationary Engineer Position Summary Maintain safe and efficient operation of the boiler house including boilers, air compressors and water treatment plant while delivering the required steam, air pressur…

Skills: Boiler Operation, Water Treatment, LOTO Procedures, Safe Work Permit, Inventory Control

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Field Service Engineer

Arizona, United States · On-site

$80k–$95k/yr

Mid level

Position Scope The Field Engineer role will focus on the installation, technical optimization, and troubleshooting of our equipment located within customer facilities. All customer visits require the execution of a detai…

Skills: Mechanical Aptitude, Electrical Schematics, CAD Diagrams, Electrical Wiring, MS Office Suite

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QC Chemist

Englewood, Ohio, United States · On-site

$26/hr–$30/hr

Mid level

The Role QC Chemist POSITION SCOPE The creating of methods as needed and verification and validation of pre-existing methods to establish as a Standard Operating Procedure for the testing of raw materials and finished go…

Skills: HPLC, Automated Titrations, Physical Property Testing, Color Measurement, Spectroscopic Techniques

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Sales Representative - Food West

Arizona, United States · Remote OK

$75k–$100k/yr

Mid level

Position Title: Sales Representative – Food Position Summary We are excited to announce a Sales Representative opportunity within Vantage’s Food business unit, a pivotal role on our high‑performing sales team. We are see…

Skills: Value-based Selling, Lead Generation, CRM Proficiency, Market Data Analysis, Account Strategy Development

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Maintence Mechanic

Englewood, Ohio, United States · On-site

Senior

Position Summary The maintenance mechanic repairs and maintains, in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, and manufacturer’s specifications, machinery and mechanical equipment, using hand tools, power to…

Skills: Pump Repair, Welding, Basic Electricity, Pipefitting, Mechanical Troubleshooting

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R-2235 Research Scientist

Vantage Specialty Chemicals

Shanghai, Shanghai, China • On-site

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  • Full-time
  • bachelor degree
  • Posted 2d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

The Research Scientist is responsible for formulation projects and product research for the Personal Care business unit in China. This includes developing new applications, supporting claim substantiation, and collaborating with customers to solve technical challenges.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree or higher in Biology, Chemistry, or Fine Chemistry with over 5 years of experience in personal care formulations. Candidates must possess strong analytical skills and the ability to travel up to 25% of the time.

Full job description

Company Description

Vantage provides natural solutions to our customers’ technical performance and marketing needs through a unique combination of chemistry, application expertise and service. Underpinned by our broad portfolio of formulations, ingredients and actives that are built on a backbone of sustainable oils, fats and their derivatives, Vantage targets selected markets and applications including personal care, food, surface treatment, agriculture, pharma, and consumer and industrial performance. Vantage is headquartered in Deerfield, IL., operates in 11 countries worldwide and employs more than 1,000 talented professionals focused on delivering exceptional customer experiences with every interaction.

We are a dynamic people-centered organization where you’ll be part of a collaborative global team. Embracing our cultural diversity, we learn from each other to constantly improve, adapt and iterate. We value the voices and talents of our colleagues, empowering them to drive their unique ideas to completion. We’re convinced that exceptionally motivated employees produce outstanding results, and we celebrate them by fostering a culture of recognition, development, learning, excellence and shared achievement. Most importantly, we know you’re going to like it here.  For more information visit: vantagegrp.com or LinkedIn/vantage.

Job Description

Nature and Purpose

The Research Scientist is responsible for formulation projects and products research at the Vantage Personal Care technology organization in China lab. This role will develop new applications promoting Vantage technologies and support for claim substantiation of Vantage ingredients.

This role will require cross-functional collaboration between business units and external partners to help solve customers’ challenges, as well as to drive optimization effectiveness of process/procedures and best practices associated with application/formulation development.

The Research Scientist will have strong know-how of cosmetic formulation and will be responsible for conducting product evaluation study to support products promotion.

As a research scientist, this role will require flexibility to travel to meet with customers at their sites and tradeshows.

Laboratory safety is a must and it is expected that the scientist practices standards and best lab procedures and will be a positive safety contributor at Vantage.

Accountabilities with Key Outcomes

  • Conduct Formulation Research and Application Development for the Personal Care business unit.
  • Contribute to product performance study to support for claim substantiation of Vantage ingredients.
  • Support for regional selected events, such as tradeshows and seminars on formulation/solution selling.
  • Build good relationship with R&D side of customers to deliver Vantage formulation/solutions.
  • Contribute to technical service addressing customers/market current and future needs, requirements opportunities, competitive intelligence, and technology trends.
  • Contribute to feedback customer/market unmet needs to drive new product development activities within Vantage.
  • The scientist is expected to travel up to 25% of the time to visit customers and tradeshows.
  • Laboratory safety is a must, maintain daily safe practices and best procedures in lab.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree or above in Biology, Chemistry, or Fine Chemistry.
  • More than 5 years technical experience in personal care formulations, basic knowledge of major cosmetic raw materials, formulation skills, claim support.
  • In-depth knowledge of application research on the fundamental understandings of raw materials, including benefits, efficacy, formulation tips.
  • Strong passion for personal care industry, self-motivated, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
  • Ability to work independently and to manage multiple projects over a range of disciplines and to keep the on schedule.
  • Ability to interface with internal and external contacts at all levels to complete assigned tasks and to maximize customer satisfaction.
  • Good Skills in English

Desirable

 

  • 5-10 years of personal care industry experience in Formulation development.
  • Previous product performance/clinical study experience in PC raw materials preferred.
  • Previous experience in technical service  preferred.

Additional Information

Equal Employment Opportunity

Vantage is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected category.

Related keywords

Personal CareCosmeticsFormulation ResearchRaw MaterialsClaim SubstantiationTechnical ServiceR&DChemistryBiologyFine ChemistryProduct PerformanceClinical StudyApplication DevelopmentLaboratory Safety

About Vantage Specialty Chemicals

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Enabling Tomorrow's Solutions Today

Industry
Chemical Manufacturing
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Founded
2008
Headquarters
Deerfield, Illinois
LinkedIn followers
48,955

Vantage delivers natural solutions that enhance our customers' technical performance and marketing success. By combining cutting-edge surfactant chemistry, application expertise, and top-tier service, we help businesses thrive across diverse industries. With a robust portfolio of formulations, ingredients, and actives—built on a backbone of sustainable oils, fats, and their derivatives—we focus on key markets including personal care, food, surface treatment technologies, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and industrial performance. Leveraging our vertically integrated raw material position, technical knowledge, and flexible processing capabilities, we create value by derivatizing fatty acids through alkoxylation and esterification—developing products that optimize customer applications. Our deep market insight ensures we proactively and competitively meet evolving needs. As a preferred supplier, we maximize industry expertise, innovative services, and specialized chemical blends to provide tailored solutions that set our customers apart.

Offices: 1751 Lake Cook Rd, Deerfield, Illinois 60062, US · 3938 Porett Drive, Gurnee, Illinois 60031, US · 4650 S Racine Ave, Chicago, Illinois 60609, US · 150 Mount Bethel Rd, Building 2, Suite 200, Warren, NJ 07059, US · 2101 E Beverly Dr, Tucson, Arizona 85717, US

OleochemicalsPerformance MaterialsPersonal CareFoodRelease AgentsEmulsifiersEdible OilsR&DJojobaPersonal Care
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About Vantage Specialty Chemicals

LinkedInVisit site

Enabling Tomorrow's Solutions Today

Industry
Chemical Manufacturing
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Founded
2008
Headquarters
Deerfield, Illinois
LinkedIn followers
48,955

Vantage delivers natural solutions that enhance our customers' technical performance and marketing success. By combining cutting-edge surfactant chemistry, application expertise, and top-tier service, we help businesses thrive across diverse industries. With a robust portfolio of formulations, ingredients, and actives—built on a backbone of sustainable oils, fats, and their derivatives—we focus on key markets including personal care, food, surface treatment technologies, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and industrial performance. Leveraging our vertically integrated raw material position, technical knowledge, and flexible processing capabilities, we create value by derivatizing fatty acids through alkoxylation and esterification—developing products that optimize customer applications. Our deep market insight ensures we proactively and competitively meet evolving needs. As a preferred supplier, we maximize industry expertise, innovative services, and specialized chemical blends to provide tailored solutions that set our customers apart.

Offices: 1751 Lake Cook Rd, Deerfield, Illinois 60062, US · 3938 Porett Drive, Gurnee, Illinois 60031, US · 4650 S Racine Ave, Chicago, Illinois 60609, US · 150 Mount Bethel Rd, Building 2, Suite 200, Warren, NJ 07059, US · 2101 E Beverly Dr, Tucson, Arizona 85717, US

OleochemicalsPerformance MaterialsPersonal CareFoodRelease AgentsEmulsifiersEdible OilsR&DJojobaPersonal Care
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