Senior Scientist , Regulatory Affairs, Research & Innovation

Senior Scientist I, Regulatory Affairs – L'Oréal Research & Innovation, Clark, New Jersey

We are L’Oréal, the world's leading beauty company. Our Research & Innovation unit pushes the boundaries of science and technology, investing heavily in cutting‑edge research to develop safe, trustworthy, and sustainable beauty products.

• Act as the regulatory compass for formulation product development teams, reviewing products end‑to‑end to ensure compliance with global regulatory standards and flagging potential issues early.
• Partner closely with labs and R&I scientists, providing expert real‑time regulatory guidance that empowers innovation while staying within compliance boundaries.
• Lead the preparation and critical review of regulatory compliance documentation, ensuring submissions are accurate, complete, and reflect our commitment to consumer safety.
• Serve as a trusted subject‑matter expert, fielding inquiries from internal stakeholders on ingredients, formulations, and regulatory requirements and translating complexity into clear guidance.
• Manage and prioritize regional regulatory projects across countries, collaborating across teams to align timelines, resolve challenges, and keep product launches on track.
• Continuously monitor the global regulatory environment, assess the business impact of emerging regulations, and lead the organization’s strategic response.
• Champion regulatory reporting and registration requirements across markets, ensuring the portfolio is always registration‑ready and compliant across every geography we operate in.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Science, Chemistry, Regulatory Affairs, or a related field (required). Master’s degree or advanced certification in Regulatory Affairs (e.g., RAC) is a plus.
• Experience:
  
  3–5 years in regulatory affairs, product safety, or a compliance‑focused role within cosmetics, personal care, or the chemical industry.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Knowledge of international cosmetic, chemical, and OTC regulations (e.g., EU Cosmetics Regulation, FDA, global registration frameworks).
  • Experience conducting regulatory compliance reviews for raw materials and finished formulations.
  • Experience supporting regulatory reporting and product registration across multiple markets.
  • Strong chemistry background to assess formulation components from a regulatory perspective.
• Soft Skills & Attributes:
  • Collaborative, strong interpersonal skills and ability to partner with scientists, marketers, and leadership at all levels.
  • Highly organized with proven project and time‑management skills, able to juggle multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
  • Creative problem‑solver who approaches regulatory challenges pragmatically with a solution‑forward mindset.
  • Clear, confident communicator in writing and verbally, able to simplify complex regulatory content for diverse audiences.
• On‑site requirement:
  Must be in the office at least 3 days per week.
• Authorization to work in the United States on a full‑time, permanent, ongoing basis is required. No immigration support or sponsorship is offered.

• A place to grow beyond your comfort zone with real responsibility from day one.
• Inclusive workplace where all backgrounds, identities, and disclosures are respected.
• Competitive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Pension, etc.).
• Base salary range: $77,400 – $110,300 (dependent on factors such as location, experience, and skill).
• Flexible time‑off, paid holidays, vacation, program options, and more.
• Access to company perks, learning & development, employee resource groups, and wellness programs.

Don’t meet every single requirement? We encourage you to apply anyway. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and innovative workplace and will consider a broad range of experiences.

Equal Opportunity Employer We are committed to inclusive recruitment processes and to hiring and promoting each candidate in an ethical and equitable way. We prohibit discrimination against any applicant for employment because of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, visible or invisible disabilities, economic or cultural background, religion, age, or any other protected characteristic.