Jude Ghuniem
Cranford,New Jersey
Summary
Cosmetic scientist with expertise in regulatory compliance, claims substantiation, and PCR (post-consumer recycled) packaging material. Skilled in analyzing and presenting test results and findings, leading clinical and consumer studies and optimizing project management processes. Adept at engaging external suppliers and translating technical data into impactful claims, ensuring product integrity and compliance with FDA and ISO standards.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Scientist, Raw Materials & Packaging
Kenvue
Summit, New Jersey
05.2025 - Current
- Drive the qualification of post-consumer recycled (PCR) packaging materials by assessing verification testing, ensuring regulatory documentation, and coordinating with regulatory, quality, and safety teams to ensure compliance, and product integrity.
- Collaborate with external suppliers and third-party testing labs to align with internal requirements and regional regulatory guidelines.
- Support process initiatives to optimize resin qualification cycles, and standardize internal documentation.
Scientist, Product Testing
Coty Inc.
Morris Plains, New Jersey
07.2024 - 11.2024
- Executed clinical studies assessing skin hydration, barrier function, and complexion for global brands including Gucci, Burberry, and Covergirl.
- Developed testing protocols for consumer and clinical studies supporting efficacy evaluation and claims substantiation.
- Authored standards of practice for biophysical instrumentation such as Visia, AquaFlux, and Corneometer to standardize testing procedures across clinical studies.
Global Claims Senior Specialist
Kao, USA, Inc.
Cincinnati, Ohio
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Led clinical studies in support of skincare formulation claims, collaborating with external testing partners and internal formulation teams.
- Translated consumer insights and technical data into substantiated claims for brands like Jergens and John Frieda.
- Worked cross-functionally with R&D, Regulatory, and Marketing teams to ensure project milestones and compliance with FDA, ISO, and NAD guidelines.
- Participated in stability testing and gained foundational formulation knowledge through lab-based collaboration.
Education
M.S. - Cosmetic Science
The University of Cincinnati - James L. Winkle College of Pharmacy
Cincinnati, Ohio12.2024
Chemistry B.S. -
The University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, Ohio05.2022
Skills
- Regulatory compliance: FDA, ISO, NAD, EFSA, US CONEG
- Tools & Platforms: Veeva Vault, SAP PLM, SAP Ariba, TRUENOVIA, MS Office Suite
- Claims substantiation
- Clinical Trials
- Project Management
- External Supplier Engagement
Timeline
Scientist, Raw Materials & Packaging
Kenvue
05.2025 - Current
Scientist, Product Testing
Coty Inc.
07.2024 - 11.2024
Global Claims Senior Specialist
Kao, USA, Inc.
09.2022 - 06.2024
M.S. - Cosmetic Science
The University of Cincinnati - James L. Winkle College of Pharmacy
Chemistry B.S. -
The University of Cincinnati