Research Scientist

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.

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

Posting

Start Date:

8/7/26

Hybrid

No Relocation Assistance Offered

Job Number#175242 - Piscataway, New Jersey, United States

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.

Join our Professional Oral Care team in Piscataway, NJ as a Research Scientist, where you will play a pivotal role in driving global innovation and growth. This position offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional experts while shaping the future of oral health through cutting-edge technology and product development to create high-impact solutions that directly address the evolving needs of dental professionals and patients worldwide.

• Identify and lead new technology initiatives by developing an innovation pipeline for Professional Oral Care products that address the needs of dental professionals and patients
• Manage stability programs, ensuring timely testing and analysis (internal and external) to support documentation requirements
• Maintain comprehensive R&D documentation to ensure high-quality commercialization throughout the product lifecycle, including project timelines, formula databases, and registration documents
• Lead independent projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve strategic goals and influence beyond your immediate network
• Interpret and communicate experimental results effectively to both technical and non-technical business partners
• Ensure rigorous safety and regulatory compliance throughout the entire product development lifecycle
• Monitor industry trends and competitor developments to maintain a competitive edge

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related fields
• 3+ years of experience developing and/or implementing consumer products

• Experience in process development…