Senior Scientist, Toxicology

The Clorox Company

. Develop and execute strategic product safety programs for Clorox's cleaning portfolio and selected adjacent businesses .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $91,200 - $210,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in toxicology and product safety, with a strong focus on regulatory compliance and risk management. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence business decisions through strategic scientific insights.

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Toxicology ExpertiseRegulatory ComplianceProject LeadershipStakeholder InfluenceData Analytics

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Hard Skills

Safety AssessmentRisk CharacterizationScientific LeadershipRegulatory RegistrationPredictive ToxicologyData AnalysisProduct StewardshipChemical SustainabilityEmerging TechnologiesStrategic Thinking

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationInfluenceAttention to DetailCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Scientific Informatics PlatformsAI-Enabled ToolsDigital ToolsData Analytics ToolsEnterprise Product Stewardship Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

M.S. in ToxicologyPh.D. in Toxicology

Industry Keywords

Consumer ProductsHousehold ProductsAgricultural ChemistryPharmaceuticalsRegulated Industries

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute strategic product safety programs for Clorox's cleaning portfolio and selected adjacent businesses
Provide scientific leadership throughout the product lifecycle, from innovation and development through commercialization and post-market stewardship
Serve as the primary safety and toxicology expert for assigned product categories
Lead safety assessments, risk characterization, and issue management initiatives
Assess emerging global regulatory, toxicological, environmental, and chemical sustainability trends
Partner with Product Development, Regulatory Affairs, Quality, Supply Chain, Legal, and Marketing teams
Influence internal policies, standards, and governance processes
Build relationships with trade associations, scientific organizations, regulators, and industry working groups
Lead strategic initiatives enhancing Product Safety processes, predictive capabilities, and operational effectiveness
Drive continuous improvement of safety assessment approaches, risk management frameworks, and scientific decision-making tools
Participate in external engagement opportunities to influence global activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

5-7 years of relevant experience in toxicology or a related discipline
Experience supporting consumer products, chemicals, household products, personal care products, Agricultural Chemistry, Pharma, or other regulated industries
Experience leading complex scientific projects to develop data for registration with regulatory agencies such as EPA or FDA
Experience influencing business decisions across cross-functional organizations
Experience interacting with regulatory agencies, industry groups, or external scientific organizations is highly desirable
Demonstrated leadership of teams, projects, or organizational initiatives is strongly valued
Experience with international regulatory and safety frameworks is highly valued
Strategic thinking with scientific rigor and attention to detail
Strong leadership and stakeholder-influence abilities
Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
Ability to translate complex scientific and regulatory concepts into business recommendations
Ability to use digital tools, scientific informatics platforms, data analytics, and emerging technologies
Experience with AI-enabled tools, predictive toxicology approaches, or enterprise product stewardship systems is highly desirable
Ability to lead through influence in matrixed organizations and navigate ambiguity
Strong project leadership skills
Willingness to travel approximately 5-10%
M.S. or Ph.D. in Toxicology or a related field

Benefits

Comp & perks

Robust health plans
Market-leading 401(k) program with a company match
Flexible time off benefits, including half-day summer Fridays depending on location
Inclusive fertility/adoption benefits
Incentive plan participation, subject to applicable plan documents and policies
Hybrid work arrangement: 3 days in office and 2 days remote per week