Global Product Safety & Toxicology Senior Manager (Hybrid Role - New York)

Olaplex • New York, NY

21d • $130,000 - $170,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

OLAPLEX, a category-defining leader in prestige hair care, continuously seeks talented individuals to join in our mission to transform foundational hair health and deliver great hair days today, tomorrow, and for years to come.
As the original bond builder, we are dedicated to fostering a culture that celebrates the bonds within our teams. OLAPLEX elevates individuals from all backgrounds with the belief that together we can unlock the full potential of science to extend the health, life, and beauty of hair for all.
About the Role:
Reporting to the Vice President of Regulatory and Safety, the Global Product Safety & Toxicology Senior Manager is responsible for the safety and toxicological evaluations of raw materials and cosmetic formulations to ensure a high degree of consumer protection. In this critical role, you will ensure the safety and toxicology compliance of our products across multiple global markets.
This position requires an in-depth working knowledge of toxicology and safety risk assessment principles. By leveraging your expertise, you will contribute to the development and assessment of safe, sustainable, and compliant products for consumers worldwide.

Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, Toxicology or similar
• At least 8+ years of experience in cosmetic or consumer product safety/toxicology
• Strong expertise in Cosmetic ingredient safety assessment and risk evaluation, Exposure-based risk assessment methodologies, and Global regulatory toxicology requirements
• Experience in applying a variety of methods (e.g. literature, in vitro, in vivo) to support safety assessments and registration of cosmetic ingredients and products
• Engaged in relevant trade associations and societies to ensure approaches are consistent with industry standards/best practices
• Deep scientific expertise with strong analytical and risk assessment skills
• Ability to translate complex toxicological data into clear, actionable guidance
• Strong collaboration skills across R&D, Regulatory, Clinical, and Marketing teams
• Strategic mindset with the ability to anticipate risks and drive proactive solutions
• High attention to detail and commitment to scientific rigor and compliance
• Effective communication and influence at both technical and non-technical levels

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree preferred, advanced degree (PhD preferred) in Toxicology, Pharmacology, Chemistry, or related scientific field.
• Proven scientific and leadership track record in Safety Sciences (publications, oral communications) preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide toxicology and safety expertise to product development programs, ensuring safe and compliant product design from concept through commercialization
• Manage and interpret complex scientific data related to product safety, ensuring robust data stewardship and integrity within regulatory submissions
• Assess raw materials, ingredients, and finished formulations for safety, considering: Chemical structure and toxicological profiles, Exposure scenarios and dosage, Product use patterns and target populations , Stability, microbiological, and test data
• Partner with R&D to support early-stage screening of formulations and proactive risk mitigation
• Lead and execute comprehensive safety evaluations of cosmetic products and ingredients using available toxicological, clinical, and scientific data
• Identify and assess potential risks for specific products and intended end users, including scenarios with higher or unique exposure conditions
• Develop and apply risk identification and assessment frameworks for cosmetic ingredients and formulations
• Continuously enhance cosmetovigilance program and lead the monitoring and evaluation of adverse event data, ensuring timely reporting, identifying emerging trends, and recommending corrective actions as needed
• Ensure alignment with global regulatory expectations for post-market safety monitoring
• Lead regulatory toxicology assessments for new and existing ingredients, including support for global registration requirements
• Assess ingredients critical to product safety and integrity, including emerging materials to ensure global regulatory compliance
• Define and implement next-generation safety strategies, including the use of in silico tools and alternative methods
• Design and oversee safety testing programs, including: In vitro and in vivo studies (as applicable and compliant with regulations) and Clinical and consumer safety testing
• Manage network of external laboratories and clinical research organizations (CROs) to ensure high-quality data generation.
• Recommend appropriate precautions, warnings, and usage instructions based on safety assessments
• Partner with business units to ensure accurate safety-related information is reflected on product labeling and packaging
• Support claims substantiation from a safety and toxicology perspective
• Drive change management initiatives related to evolving regulatory landscapes and internal safety guidelines, ensuring seamless adoption across relevant departments
• Participate in trade associations, industry groups, and scientific forums related to toxicology and risk assessment
• Support regulatory dossiers and provide scientific defense of products and ingredients as needed
• Act as a subject matter expert in regulated processes, providing guidance and support to R&D, Product Development, Legal, and business teams on toxicology-related matters
• Develop and deliver training programs on safety standards and regulatory compliance to various internal audiences

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and flexible work schedules
• Wellness: Company Contribution to Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance for Employees and their Families, Company Paid Employee Life Insurance, Optional additional Life Insurance, and Short and Long-Term Disability Coverage Options
• Parental Leave: Up to 18 weeks for birthing-parents and up to 10 weeks for non-birthing new parents
• Financial Well-being: Roth and 401k plans: 100% match up to the first 4% and is immediately vested
• Professional Development Reimbursement Program: Career development is as important to us as we know it is to you!
• Our culture has an “attitude of gratitude” and a shared passion for our brand. Join our Bond Builder DEI committee to play a role celebrating DEI at OLAPLEX
• Products: Twenty (20) free products per year, plus a friends and family discount

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees