About Estée Lauder Companies
The Estée Lauder Companies is a global leader in prestige beauty, founded in 1946 by Estée and Joseph Lauder and built on an enduring belief in creativity, high-touch service, and entrepreneurial spirit. As an employer, the Group offers talent the scale of an international house with the energy of distinctive brands across skincare, makeup, fragrance, and hair care. Its culture values innovation, inclusion, learning, and responsible growth, inviting professionals to shape consumer experiences from laboratory to counter, digital platform to boardroom. Employees join a purpose-led organization where heritage, artistry, and scientific excellence meet to define the future of luxury beauty.
The Senior Scientist, Scientific Communications will translate complex formulation and ingredient performance technologies into compelling science narratives for the makeup innovation portfolio. This role bridges Research & Innovation, Product Development, and Marketing, converting invisible functions—such as polymer networks, film formation, pigment dispersion, and color science—into intuitive visual stories and consumer-relevant claims that strengthen product positioning and elevate science-led storytelling.
Role & Responsibilities
- Develop scientific narratives that simplify formulation complexity (pigment dispersion, elastomer networks, film formation, sensory modifiers, color science) into clear, benefit-driven messaging aligned with product claims and marketing strategy
- Create visual mechanisms and intuitive diagrams that translate invisible functions into consumer-friendly demonstrations, working with design teams to ensure scientific accuracy and visual appeal
- Search, interpret, and summarize scientific literature relevant to cosmetic chemistry, materials science, polymers, and film-forming systems; track emerging makeup technology trends and translate findings into actionable internal insights
- Partner cross-functionally with Makeup R&I, Advanced Technology, Material Science, Clinical, Regulatory, Brand Product Development, and Marketing teams to align scientific understanding, support product development initiatives, and maintain consistent communication across stakeholders
- Monitor prestige beauty landscape trends (Sephora, social media platforms, influencers, emerging brands) and translate consumer insights and cultural narratives into stronger, more relevant scientific storytelling
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or higher in a STEM field (Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Biology, or related); advanced degree preferred
- 3–5 years of professional experience, preferably in cosmetics, beauty, or related industries; cross-functional project experience required
- Demonstrated ability to search, interpret, and summarize scientific literature with strong written and verbal communication skills capable of simplifying complex content
- Experience working in collaborative, cross-functional environments
- Proven ability to translate scientific concepts into compelling visual narratives (diagramming, presentation design)
Skills
Experience
3–5 years of professional experience in cosmetic science, beauty innovation, or related fields; demonstrated track record of working in collaborative, cross-functional environments involving research, product development, and marketing stakeholders.
Education
Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Biology, or related field); advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) preferred.
Workplace
The role is situated in Melville, New York, USA — conveniently close to New York.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 75,350 to USD 112,500 per annum.
Benefits
Health insurance coverage (medical, dental, vision), wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education-related programs, paid holidays and vacation time, highly competitive bonus program with performance-based overachievement potential.
Culture
The Estée Lauder Companies fosters a collaborative, inclusive workplace where creativity, entrepreneurial thinking, and a passion for prestige beauty are deeply valued. As a global house of distinctive brands, it offers employees an environment that encourages innovation, professional growth, and a shared commitment to excellence and consumer inspiration.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
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