Scientist/Senior Scientist), Quality Assurance and Ingredient Chemistry

Personal Care Products Council•Washington, DC

67d•$100,000 - $115,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Quality Assurance and Ingredient Chemistry (Senior) Manager (Scientist) is a key member of the Science team and reports to the Senior Director, Scientific and Regulatory Affairs. This role is responsible for leading and advancing the mission of PCPC’s work in Quality Assurance Committee which works to promote best practices in cosmetic and personal care product manufacturing. In addition, this role will provide cross-functional support and expertise in ingredient chemistry, composition, and nomenclature as needed. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the global regulatory landscape as it pertains to quality, labeling, and compliance. This position is based in Washington, DC, and requires employees to work onsite a minimum of two days per week, with the flexibility to work remotely up to three days per week.

Requirements

MS/MA or PhD in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, or a related field
3-5 years of experience in quality assurance within the cosmetic, skincare, or personal care industry
Experience in project management
Knowledge of Chemistry, GMP, FDA cosmetic regulations and cosmetic safety protocols
Accuracy – ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly
Active Listening – ability to actively attend to, convey, and understand the comments and questions of others
Communications, Oral – ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word with strong presentation skills
Creative – ability to think in such a way as to produce a new concept or idea
Customer Oriented – ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures
Dependability – follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan
Detail Oriented – ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task
Honesty/Integrity – ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace and with member companies
Initiative – ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal
Interpersonal – ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals
Privacy – ability to handle confidential or sensitive issues and/or materials and maintain privacy and confidentiality of documents pertaining to program matters
Tactful – ability to interact with all levels of staff and outside parties, excellent cross-cultural diplomacy skills
Technical Aptitude – ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information
Working Under Pressure – ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations and meet tight deadlines
Written Communication – strong writing skills using AP Style with the ability to analyze and condense complex information, often on very tight deadlines

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary liaison to the Quality Committee and provide strategic leadership in the development and execution of industry-wide quality assurance initiatives, including MoCRA Implementation, Quality Workshop planning and coordination, GMP Outreach and Education, PCPC Quality Guidelines updates, ISO TC-217 Support, Quality Metrics evaluation, Manufacturing Hygiene support, and International GMP Monitoring.
Provide expert technical guidance on ingredient chemistry, composition, and nomenclature, including Ingredient Identification, International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients (INCI) support, Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) technical support, and Regulatory Awareness monitoring.
Contribute to initiatives and special projects that support the mission and operational priorities of the organization.

Benefits

Competitive Salary
Generous Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Annual Bonus Potential
Comprehensive Health Coverage – including Medical, Dental, Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts
Company-paid Life Insurance
Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Free memberships to professional societies
Professional Development – Seminars, Conventions, Lunch & Learns, Mentoring, and Software Training
Team Spirit & Fun – company picnics, events, and a welcoming, supportive work environment