Senior Research Chemist

Church & Dwight • Princeton, NJ

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About The Position

The Senior Research Chemist will provide technical expertise of the development/qualification/implementation of new products for our global feminine hygiene medical device products. The Senior Research Chemist will have a good understanding of feminine hygiene products, associated technologies, and methods of manufacture. This individual will also have knowledge of design control and adhere to medical device industry regulations. The Senior Research Chemist will pursue research projects independently, synthesize information and data to draw appropriate conclusions and suggest development directions, and serve as the Technical Project Lead on product development initiatives.

Requirements

• BS or MS degree from an accredited institution in chemistry/biochemistry or related discipline with 7+ years of industry experience or PhD with 3+ years of industry experience in a related technical field.
• 5+ years in a collaborative role with a background in product development with the ability to analyze results, draw conclusions, and recommend actions.
• Experience working in the medical device industry.
• Good working knowledge of medical device industry regulations, standards and regulatory bodies (FDA, ISO and MDR).
• Ability to plan and execute on multiple technical projects in laboratory or manufacturing plant.
• Uses good judgment in priority calls with guidance from supervisor to meet project objectives.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and work in cross-functional environment involving marketing, consumer research, quality and regulatory.
• Proven skills in technical writing and communication.
• Strong written and oral skills with ability to deliver topline reports to management.
• Strong project management skills.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to develop, organize and prioritize tasks within assigned projects and work with supervisor to manage assigned projects.
• Ability to mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Conducts independent research including ideation, technical transfer to manufacturing sites, and launch under the general direction of the Manager.
• Supports marketed products to maintain operational continuity and remain relevant amongst competitive set.
• Create, update, and maintain electronic product specifications.
• Assemble product design history files and relevant documentation to support new product launches and marketed product change control.
• Adheres to and follows procedures for working in laboratory designated for the development of regulated medical devices.
• Assists in maintaining laboratory compliance including SOP development and equipment maintenance.
• Serve as the primary R&D subject matter expert during audits, resolution to audit findings and corrective actions.
• Trains and helps junior scientists and technicians in developing experimental design, analyzing data and developing conclusions.
• Plans, designs experiments, and analyzes data, provides timely reports, and maintains complete and accurate records of experimental studies.
• Reviews scientific literature to maintain current knowledge of new developments in relevant technology.
• Collaborates with internal departments, external manufacturers, and suppliers and recommend technologies to influence product performance, claim and launch campaigns.
• Perform other duties assigned, as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Master's degree