Research Chemist

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Church & Dwight is seeking a Research Chemist to support the Fabric Care Performance Additive business. This role is responsible for the design, development, and optimization of new and existing fabric care additive formulations from concept through commercialization, supporting innovation and lifecycle management across the portfolio.

The Research Chemist will lead formulation development and product optimization initiatives, leveraging technical expertise and data-driven problem solving. This role partners cross-functionally with Marketing, Packaging, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Safety, Legal, and Consumer Relations to ensure successful product development, commercialization, and ongoing product support.

Hybrid: The role will be based in Princeton, NJ and requires in-person attendance on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, with remote work options on Mondays and Fridays.

• Design, formulate, and develop new and existing consumer product formulations from concept through commercialization.

• Analyze experimental data, provide technical recommendations, and maintain accurate documentation and reporting of results.

• Independently manage multiple projects, timelines, and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Translate technical findings into clear, concise insights and presentations for cross-functional stakeholders and leadership.

• Support marketed products to ensure operational continuity and maintain competitiveness within the category.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Packaging, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Safety, Legal, and Consumer Relations teams.

• Serve as technical project leader and subject matter expert for assigned initiatives.

• Provide direction and oversight to temporary employees as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related scientific discipline.

• 4+ years of laboratory experience.

• Experience in product development.

• Strong technical knowledge, creativity, and problem-solving capabilities.

• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage multiple priorities.

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and data integrity.

• Agile mindset with the ability to adapt to changing priorities.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in a scientific discipline.

• Experience in consumer products, fabric care, or related manufacturing environments.

• Experience working in cross-functional teams.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $81,700 - $116,300. This position may also be eligible for additional incentive compensation.

As a Church & Dwight US employee, you (and eligible dependents, as applicable) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid vacation and sick time, and Paid Parental Leave. U.S. employees are entitled to paid holidays, floating holidays, and vacation days starting in their first year of employment depending on hire date. You are also able to participate in the Church & Dwight 401(k) retirement plan (with company match and profit-sharing) and Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

The actual base pay offered will be based on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge and skills, experience, business needs, geographic location, and internal pay parity. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

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