Senior Regulatory Scientist - Pesticides

About the role

Stepan is seeking a Senior Regulatory Scientist to join our Global Regulatory team in Northbrook, IL. In this role, you will report to the Senior Registration Manager and be part of a dynamic team responsible for managing regulatory matters related to Stepan’s EPA FIFRA-regulated biocide portfolio of antimicrobial pesticides. This position involves participating in registration efforts at the federal, state, and international levels for new and updated product registrations.

Responsibilities

• Develop biocide product strategy within the regulatory team in coordination with legal, business, and R&D partners.
• Provide regulatory input, requirements, and feedback to the business during product development.
• Implement submission strategy by preparing and submitting EPA master label and CSF notifications, amendments, and PRIA registration actions.
• Negotiate and resolve issues arising from EPA submissions.
• Monitor and ensure the implementation of registration changes within the network.
• Maintain registered biocide portfolio documentation and records.
• Oversee CDPR submissions utilizing consultants.
• Prepare and submit mandatory reporting, including EPA maintenance fees and pesticide production reporting.
• Ensure sufficient DCI response to maintain active product registrations.
• Engage in international biocide registration activities, as needed.
• Oversee state registration submissions and renewals.
• Provide regulatory guidance and support to customers, sales, and technical service teams.
• Participate in industry trade association groups and communicate relevant information to the team.
• Participate in various company business teams to further develop biocide regulatory strategy and needs.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in U.S. EPA FIFRA regulations and standards, including experience preparing government submissions.
• Ability to interact effectively with business leaders, government agencies, and trade associations.
• Knowledge of antimicrobial pesticides (beneficial but not required).
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s of Science in Chemistry, Toxicology, Biology, or other related science.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $78,000 – $100,000, determined by considering factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, and location.

Benefits

• Discretionary bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401K with company match
• Profit sharing
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Short-term and long-term disability (STD/LTD)
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid parental leave
• Adoption assistance
• Recognition program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)