Regulatory Scientist

Job Description

Stepan is seeking a Regulatory Scientist to join our Global Regulatory team in Northbrook, IL. In this role, you will report to the Hazard Communication Regulatory Specialist, Team Leader. You will join a dynamic regulatory team responsible for managing regulatory and product safety matters related to Stepan's portfolio of surfactants, polymers, and other specialty ingredients. The Regulatory Scientist will be responsible for supporting the business by creating and maintaining Safety Data Sheets (SDS), labels, and dangerous goods classifications. The position requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a high degree of professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the company's new product development and product change processes by developing and revising global SDS and product labels compliant in the country of manufacture and sale.
• Work in conjunction with the Corporate Toxicologist to complete GHS classifications for products.
• Track global hazard communication regulations, assess impact of changes, and communicate internally to impacted stakeholders.
• Maintain DOT, IATA, IMDG and other dangerous goods certifications.
• Support dangerous goods classification process for commercial and experimental products.

Qualifications

• Must have 2+ years of experience in hazard communication regulations and standards.
• Experience utilizing SAP EHS for the generation of safety data sheets and labels beneficial but not required.
• Dangerous Goods Certifications beneficial but not required (DOT, IATA, IMDG).
• Awareness of toxicological endpoints and the application of those endpoints for product safety classifications.
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills.

Education

• Bachelor Required - Science in Chemistry, Toxicology, Biology or other related science preferred
• Masters Preferred

Pay Range: $67,400.00 - $100,395

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:

• Discretionary Bonus
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K with Match
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (STD / LTD)
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Reactions - Recognition Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Work Authorization: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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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.