Research Scientist

Colgate-Palmolive Company New Jersey, United States of America

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Job Description

Established in 1806 as a small soap and candle business in New York City, Colgate-Palmolive is now a truly global company with products sold in over 200 countries and territories under such internationally recognized brand names as Colgate, Palmolive, Softsoap, Irish Spring, Protex, Sorriso, Kolynos, elmex, Tom's of Maine, Sanex, Ajax, Axion, Soupline, Haci Sakir, Suavitel, PCA SKIN, EltaMD, Filorga and Hello as well as Hill's Science Diet and Hill's Prescription Diet.

Colgate-Palmolive is a leading consumer products company that serves hundreds of millions of consumers worldwide with brands and products across four core businesses – Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition. We are committed to offering products that make lives healthier and more enjoyable, and programs that enrich communities around the world.

Every day millions of people trust our products to care for themselves and the ones they love. Our goal is to use our technology to create products that will continue to improve the quality of life for our consumers wherever they live.

A career at Colgate-Palmolive is an excellent opportunity if you seek a global experience, constant challenge, and development opportunities in an environment that respects work/life effectiveness.

Information at a Glance

Job Title: Research Scientist - Analytical Sciences

Travel Required?: Travel - up to 10% of time

Posting Start Date: 4/30/26

On-site

No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #172799 - Piscataway, New Jersey, United States

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!

Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.

As a Research Scientist within Global Analytical Sciences, you will provide critical analytical support to Product Development, Early Research teams, and global manufacturing sites. You will drive technical excellence by utilizing advanced Analytical Instrumentation and Laboratory Information Management Software (LIMS) to ensure the integrity of our products. This role is vital for bridging the gap between early research and large-scale manufacturing, with the primary objective of developing and validating the methods that guarantee product quality and compliance across the organization.

Responsibilities

Method Innovation & Validation: Develops, optimizes, and validates analytical methods to support Global Technology Centers (GTCs) and manufacturing sites while troubleshooting complex instrumentation issues.
Analytical Execution: Performs and reports the results of chemical analyses and method validations in strict adherence to cGMP environments and corporate quality systems.
Technical Knowledge Management: Documents and shares critical technical learnings through research reports and the creation of local and Global Standard Procedures to ensure standardized excellence.
Instrumentation & Software Oversight: Expertly utilizes LIMS, statistical analysis software, and reagents purchasing systems to maintain precise data integrity and laboratory operations.
Cross-Functional Support: Acts as a technical partner to Product Development and manufacturing teams, providing actionable data to support the life cycle of the product portfolio.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry
3 years of industrial/pharmaceutical experience, OR a Master’s degree with at least one year of experience.
At least one year of experience working with Analytical Instrumentation (Separations, Spectroscopy, and/or Wet Chemistry) under cGMP requirements.
At least one year of experience in industrial or pharmaceutical method development, validation, and qualification.
Demonstrated knowledge of cGMP requirements, including USP, ICH, and CFR standards for laboratory operations and Quality Systems.
Strong proficiency in computer applications, specifically MS Excel, LIMS, and Google Workspace.

Preferred Qualifications

Expertise in interpreting complex technical data to provide actionable recommendations and technical direction to stakeholders.
Proven ability to troubleshoot and maintain a variety of analytical instrumentation, including elemental analysis and spectroscopy techniques.
Strong communication skills with the ability to present technical findings clearly to diverse audiences in both written and oral formats.
Demonstrated teamwork and project management skills, with a track record of executing well-documented tasks in a timely manner.

Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $86,000.00 - $115,000.00 USD

Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.

Our Commitment to Inclusion
Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.

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