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Posted:
June 18, 2026
Location:
El Segundo, CA, United States
Job Description
The Global Head of R&D leads the strategy and execution of product innovation, formulation, packaging development, regulatory compliance, clinical testing, and efficacy/claims substantiation to support the company’s global product portfolio from concept through commercialization. This role manages the R&D team and drives cross-functional collaboration with Quality Assurance, Marketing, Operations, Supply Chain, external vendors, and global partners to deliver innovative cosmetic and OTC products aligned with brand strategy, regulatory requirements, and business objectives.
**Key Responsibilities**
**Leadership & Department Oversight**
+ Lead and manage the R&D and Product Development department, including formulation, packaging, regulatory, clinical studies, and claim substantiation functions.
+ Supervise and mentor direct reports across all sub-functions, ensuring alignment with company goals and development timelines.
+ Establish department priorities...
**Key Responsibilities**
**Leadership & Department Oversight**
+ Lead and manage the R&D and Product Development department, including formulation, packaging, regulatory, clinical studies, and claim substantiation functions.
+ Supervise and mentor direct reports across all sub-functions, ensuring alignment with company goals and development timelines.
+ Establish department priorities...
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Job Type:
Full-time
Location:
El Segundo, United States
Posted:
June 18, 2026
Deadline:
June 23, 2026