R&D Lab Technician

About The Goodkind Co

Founded in 2010 and based in the Austin area, Goodkind is a leading manufacturer of clean and green personal care and beauty products. Goodkind specializes in natural deodorant, skincare, and facial care products. The company has a wealth of experience in the formulation of these products and can develop according to a variety of guidelines from consumer organizations such as Ecocert to EWG, to retailers such as Credo or Sephora.

Goodkind is a certified B Corporation. As such, we balance purpose and profit, considering the impact of decisions across associates, customers, suppliers, community, and the environment. Goodkind believes by following this central multi-stakeholder approach, we are creating optimal value for each stakeholder while leaving the world a better place.

About The Role

In this entry-level role, we are seeking an individual who is passionate about personal care and beauty products, formulation and how for-profit business can bring positive change to the world. As part of our Research & Development team, the right individual will support the team across a broad array of activities in the lab. This will include assisting in the development of new products, conducting stability and other tests, sample production, labeling, and organization/maintenance of R&D raw materials.

What You'll Do

• Assist R&D formulation chemists in new product development processes. This includes lab experiments, product sampling, and other relevant tasks as assigned by R&D management and formulation chemists.
• Generate, update, and maintain documentation relevant for lab experiments and R&D related tasks and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to help ensure the successful commercialization of new products.
• Follow stability testing protocols to perform analytical testing and organoleptic evaluations to ensure products meet requirements for a 2 year shelf life.
• Manage and maintain R&D raw material inventory, including prepping for batchs and storing materials at the end of the day.
• Assist in instrument calibrations and daily/weekly reoccuring tasks necessary to maintain the R&D laboratory.
• Other duties as assigned by R&D management and senior R&D team members
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Biology, Engineering or similar field of study.
• 1+ year experience in a professional laboratory (internships, college laboratory or full time positions) preferred, especially in a Research & Development lab, and/or related to the Beauty & Personal Care industry.
• Self-starter, detail oriented, strong communication and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work with tight deadlines and a dynamic work environment.