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@parauser

Cosmetic science and biochemistry graduate focused on formulation development, raw material analysis, and GLP-compliant quality work.

Canada

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a lab-focused role in cosmetic formulation where I can develop products, analyze raw materials (FTIR/ATR, HPLC, GC-MS), and support GLP-compliant quality control with strong documentation and team collaboration.

I’m a biochemistry graduate pursuing a Graduate Certificate in Cosmetic Science, with hands-on laboratory experience in formulation development and raw material analysis. I’m especially driven by ingredient-level work and personal care chemistry, where detail and process matter.

I develop and evaluate skin care systems—covering emulsions (O/W, anionic in-situ), pressed powders, lip products, and hot-pour systems—using industry-standard techniques. I operate lab equipment like homogenizers, Brookfield viscometers, and pH meters to assess viscosity, pH, stability, and sensory properties.

I confirm raw material identity and quality for formulation use using FTIR/ATR, HPLC, and GC-MS, and I conduct quality control testing including stability assessments and contamination screening. I work with GLP-compliant, well-documented protocols and bring regulatory familiarity (FDA, ISO, GMP, EWG, and global cosmetic compliance guidelines).

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Merchandiser & Cashier

Current

Shoppers Drug Mart

Mar 2026 - Present (4 months)

Provided consistent customer service in a high-traffic, regulated retail environment. Managed product organization, inventory, and floor presentation as part of a team.

Customer Service Retail Operations Inventory Management Product Organization Floor Presentation Teamwork

English Mentor

Learning Buddies Network

Feb 2025 - Jun 2025 (4 months)

Provided one-on-one support by assessing individual needs and communicating information clearly. Maintained structured documentation to support consistent progress tracking and accountability.

Needs Assessment Structured documentation Progress Track Accountability

Customer Service Representative

10C Space

Jan 2024 - Apr 2024 (3 months)

Managed client intake and scheduling and improved workflow efficiency by 20% while maintaining accurate records. Handled front-desk inquiries with professionalism and clear communication.

Client intake Scheduling Workflow Optimization Record keeping Front Desk Support Client Communication

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Seneca Polytechnic

Graduate Certificate in Cosmetic Science, Cosmetic Science

Activities and societies: Formulate skin care emulsions, color cosmetics, lip products, and pressed powder systems; operate homogenizers, Brookfield viscometers, and pH meters; analyze ingredients with FTIR/ATR, HPLC, and GC-MS.

Pursuing a Graduate Certificate in Cosmetic Science at Seneca Polytechnic, applying laboratory work in formulation development and raw material analysis. Using GLP-compliant protocols and performing quality control testing including stability assessments and contamination screening (WHMIS certified).

University of Guelph

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry

Activities and societies: Applied aseptic techniques and RG1/RG2 biosafety protocols; performed quantitative analyses with a focus on accuracy and reproducibility; followed standardized sample preparation and documentation practices.

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry at the University of Guelph. Developed lab experience through coursework in microbiology and molecular biology lab methods, using aseptic techniques and RG1/RG2 biosafety protocols for quantitative analyses.