As a Senior Regulatory Scientist in the Biocide Regulatory Team at Stepan Company. You will join a our regulatory team supporting the management of regulatory compliance activities for our biocide portfolio of antimicrobial pesticides. This role is responsible for overseeing regulatory risk management programs, including Stepan, third-party, and regulatory agency audits, while helping ensure ongoing compliance across the biocide business. The Senior Regulatory Scientist will work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to support Stepan’s network of biocide formulators and sub-registrants. Success in this role requires strong communication skills, exceptional attention to detail, sound judgment, and a high level of professionalism, with a commitment to upholding all business and regulatory ethics standards.
Key Responsibilites:
Manage Stepan’s Biocide Formulator Audit Program
Support Stepan’s Biocide Network & License Approval Process
Compliance Management
• 3 - 5 years of regulatory experience with a chemical company.
• FIFRA registration experience required; experience with Antimicrobials is beneficial.
• Ability to interact effectively with business leaders, government agencies and trade associations.
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Strong competency in project management, negotiation, and communication.
• Strong business acumen, problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to communicate complex technical regulatory issues with diverse audiences and personnel, including internal stakeholders and regulatory authorities.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams and effectively manage multiple projects, including the creation of project plans and timelines while organizing and tracking complex information.
• Experience with FIFRA label review.
• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or other science
Pay Range: $77,000 - 100,000
The salary range for this position is determined by considering a variety of factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, and the location of the position.
At Stepan Company our comprehensive benefits package includes:
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Established in 1932, Stepan Company is a major manufacturer of basic and intermediate chemicals including surfactants, polymers, as well as specialty ingredients that go into consumer, household, and institutional products such as laundry detergents, shampoos, and surface cleaners. Stepan Company currently has 19 global manufacturing locations and over 2,400 employees. We have a strong record of growth. Our growth allows us to provide meaningful career opportunities and stability to our team members. We have big goals at Stepan and know every team member will be crucial to achieving our objectives. Regardless of function, we are looking for team members who bring with them a growth mindset, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the ability to thrive in an evolving environment.
We celebrate diversity at Stepan and are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Stepan Company's vision is to create innovative solutions for a cleaner, healthier, more energy efficient world. We want to accomplish that vision by partnering with you. As a publicly-traded, international manufacturer of specialty and intermediate chemical products, we collaborate with our customers to bring high-quality products that drive growth in the consumer space and functional markets such as construction, oilfield, agriculture, paints and coatings.
Since 1932, Stepan continues to be a mainstay in the industry, committed to developing sustainable practices and products that reflect our core values: responsibility, integrity and innovation. By always putting you – the customer – first, we bring continuous improvement to the chemical industry and our global community.
Stepan is headquartered in the Greater Chicagoland area (Northfield, IL). We provide timely customer support anywhere in the world by utilizing state-of-the-art manufacturing, and research and development facilities, along with a robust distribution network throughout North and South America, Europe and Asia.
