Research Scientist

Role Summary

Join our Professional Oral Care team in Piscataway, NJ as a Research Scientist, where you will play a pivotal role in driving global innovation and growth. This position offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional experts while shaping the future of oral health through cutting-edge technology and product development to create high-impact solutions that directly address the evolving needs of dental professionals and patients worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Identify and lead new technology initiatives by developing an innovation pipeline for Professional Oral Care products that address the needs of dental professionals and patients
• Manage stability programs, ensuring timely testing and analysis (internal and external) to support documentation requirements
• Maintain comprehensive R&D documentation to ensure high-quality commercialization throughout the product lifecycle, including project timelines, formula databases, and registration documents
• Lead independent projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve strategic goals and influence beyond your immediate network
• Interpret and communicate experimental results effectively to both technical and non-technical business partners
• Ensure rigorous safety and regulatory compliance throughout the entire product development lifecycle
• Monitor industry trends and competitor developments to maintain a competitive edge

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related fields
• 3+ years of experience developing and/or implementing consumer products

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in process development and scaling from laboratory to manufacturing environments
• Proficiency in statistical analysis and data interpretation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate in team-oriented, cross-functional settings
• Proven track record of managing multiple complex projects simultaneously

Pay

Salary Range $86,000.00 - $121,000.00 USD. Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage
• Participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements
• A minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours)
• 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year)
• Paid sick leave adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws