Sr. Associate,Toxicology

SC Johnson•Racine, WI

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

SC Johnson is seeking a Senior Associate in Toxicology to apply human health toxicological science to product development and innovation. The role leads and guides technical teams in shaping human health toxicology strategy across a diverse portfolio, influencing product safety and regulatory confidence. The position conducts risk assessments using computational models, data-driven approaches, study findings, scientific literature, and exposure models; oversees and interprets laboratory studies; and monitors emerging human toxicity issues that may affect product safety or regulations. It also supports product approval, substantiation of safety-related claims, issue management, consumer response, and process improvement. The role is full-time, Monday through Friday, with availability for calls and meetings across time zones. Business travel is minimal and as necessary. Domestic relocation is available, and eligible employees may work remotely once per week.

Requirements

Degree in Human Health Toxicology and at least 2 years of experience in Human Health risk assessment, or an advanced degree in Human Health Toxicology or a related field.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Full-time availability Monday through Friday, including availability for calls and meetings across time zones.
Ability to travel for business as necessary; travel is minimal.

Nice To Haves

Experience with consumer product-related Human Health toxicology issues and knowledge of risk assessments involving pesticide, home cleaning, air care, food contact, cosmetic, and/or personal care products.
Experience with critical evaluation and coordination of Human Health toxicological and/or exposure studies.
Familiarity with international chemical and consumer product regulations, including CPSC, EPA FIFRA, US FDA, and/or EU BPR regulations, and experience with global government authorities.
Ability and desire to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team with RD&E, marketing, Legal, public relations, and government relations departments.
Strong understanding of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Good Clinical Practices (GCP), and OECD requirements.
Experience representing an organization on industry task forces or working groups.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including strong formal presentation skills.
Ability to work cooperatively with internal and external cross-functional team members in co-located and/or virtual environments.

Responsibilities

Conduct human safety reviews of experimental product formulas, consumer placements, and marketable finished goods.
Monitor in vivo, in vitro, and/or human clinical studies as required by regulations or company policy.
Document decisions appropriately in accordance with internal processes and/or industry standards.
Communicate project success criteria, key findings, and decisions to project teams and international counterparts to support transparent global product launches.
Use study-related information, relevant published literature, and current exposure models to develop human health risk assessments and determine product approval.
Engage innovation teams to understand risk profiles for non-traditional product concepts.
Support and execute substantiation for human health safety-related claims.
Distill scientific and complex subject matter into communications for upper management during issue management or public relations scenarios.
Participate in governmental discussions, trade associations, and/or industry task forces as assigned.
Support the consumer resource center during emergency response or consumer complaint situations.
Refine and maintain departmental processes and procedures.
Use AI technology strategically and efficiently to advance Human Health Risk Assessments.
Lead and guide technical teams in shaping human health toxicology strategy across product development initiatives.
Design, oversee, and interpret laboratory studies to generate toxicological data.
Monitor emerging trends and issues in human toxicity that could affect product safety or regulatory landscapes.
Evaluate scientific literature to inform risk assessments and support decision-making.

Benefits

Bonuses and long-term incentives may be included in total compensation packages, based on company profitability, job level, and years of service.
Matching 401(k) contributions.
Profit sharing based on company profitability, job level, and years of service.
Subsidized health care plans.
Maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
Flexible work arrangements.
Vacation purchase options.
Recreation and fitness centers.
Childcare.
Counseling services.
Domestic relocation is available for this role.