New

Chemist

Church & Dwight
life insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, New Jersey, Princeton
469 North Harrison Street (Show on map)
Aug 25, 2026
A collective energy and ambition. A place where you can make a real difference. We're a company that genuinely cares about our people, our products, our consumers and the environment. Our unique, informal culture champions courage, determination and collaboration. Knowing we have an open and supportive team means each of us has the freedom to take responsibility and ownership. We have a shared passion to work hard, innovate and push boundaries. United by the belief that when we strive for growth, anything is possible. While we might not be the largest company in our industry, we believe we can have the biggest impact because: Together We Have the Power to Win. Job Summary Church & Dwight is seeking a Chemist to join our team. The role will support the Fabric Care Research and Development activities with development of new formulations and product improvements in addition to other R&D work. About the Role The Chemist will be under the supervision of an R&D Manager in a manner consistent with Church & Dwight's R&D Core Principles of teamwork, consumer and customer focus, personal responsibility and integrity, and ethical behavior and practices. Work Environment Onsite: This is an onsite role based in Princeton, NJ and requires in-person attendance on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Role Accountabilities and Responsibilities Design and execute laboratory experiments to develop new products, formulations, and product improvements. Plan, conduct, and analyze studies to evaluate product performance against defined project objectives. Accurately record, interpret, and communicate experimental results; draw conclusions and recommend next steps. Prepare technical reports, project updates, and presentations to communicate findings to cross-functional stakeholders. Identify opportunities to improve product performance, quality, and manufacturability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product Development, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Consumer Experience, and Packaging. Evaluate new technologies, ingredients, and methodologies for potential application in product development. Support product qualification, scale-up, and technical transfer activities as projects progress toward commercialization. Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting timelines and business objectives. Provide technical guidance to laboratory technicians, interns, or junior team members as needed. Skills and Competencies: Knowledge of formulation science, consumer products, or related technologies preferred. Experience with data analysis, interpretation, and technical documentation. Understanding scientific principles and product development processes. Strong laboratory techniques, experimental design, and troubleshooting abilities. Ability to maintain accurate laboratory records and ensure data integrity. Education and Experience Required Qualifications: Must have a BS degree from an accredited institution in Chemistry or a related discipline. 2+years of laboratory experience. Preferred experience: Microsoft Office Suite. Compensation and Benefits The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $71,000- $101,100. This position is also eligible for a bonus. As a Church & Dwight US employee, you (and eligible dependents, as applicable) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid vacation and sick time, and Paid Parental Leave. U.S. employees are entitled to paid holidays, floating holidays, and vacation days starting in their first year of employment depending on hire date. You are also able to participate in our 401k retirement plan (with company match and profit-sharing) and Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay parity. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. Church & Dwight is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. For more information on our company, our brands and our culture visit us at http://www.churchdwight.com/