Quality Specialist, Cosmetic Compliance

Category: Cosmetics Location: Position:Quality Specialist,Cosmetic Compliance Duration:Part-time Location:Remote (based in Ireland) PositionOverview: Pharmalliance Consulting, a Dublin-based cGMP compliance, training and regulatory consultancy, is looking for a graduate-level Quality Specialist to join us part-time (10–20 hours per week, fully remote, immediate start). You’ll work alongside our senior consultants to help existing cosmetics clients build compliant product portfolios. That means reviewing ingredient and formulation information against EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 and screening for fragrance allergens under Regulation 2023/1545. You’ll also check labels, track compliance status in Excel, and draft and control documents in client QMS systems. We’re looking for someone with a science degree, such as chemistry, cosmetic science, pharmaceutical science or biology. You should have a genuine interest in EU cosmetics regulation and a sharp eye for detail when checking ingredient lists, labels and data. Awareness of EC1223/2009 and ISO 22716 would be a bonus. KeyResponsibilities: - Support existing clients to build and maintain compliant product portfolios - Review product ingredient and formulation information against EU cosmetics requirements, including Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 - Support fragrance allergen screening under EU Regulation 2023/1545 - Support clients build validated Cosmetic Quality Management Systems (QMS) - Check product labels and supporting documents for accuracy and consistency across the portfolio - Organise product compliance records, showing the status and gaps for each product - Draft, format and control documents in Cosmetic QMS systems - Track client actions and deadlines, and keep records up to date - Support client reports, presentations and training materials Requirements Essential - Degree in a science discipline (for example chemistry, cosmetic science, pharmaceutical science or biology) - Strong attention to detail, especially when checking ingredient lists, labels and data - Good Microsoft skills: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook - Interest in EU cosmetics regulation - Clear written and spoken English - Ability to work to deadlines and manage your own time in a part-time schedule Desirable - Awareness of cosmetic Good Manufacturing Practice (ISO 22716) - Familiarity with INCI ingredient naming - Placement, internship or project experience in a cosmetics, quality or regulatory setting - Experience with Microsoft SharePoint or document control systems Benefits WorkingHours & Compensation - Hours:10–20 hours per week, part-time - Location:Fully remote - Start date:Immediate - Pay:Salary or hourly rate to be confirmed - Contract type and term:To be confirmed Details Originally posted on Himalayas