Research Chemist
 Church & Dwight | |
life insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan, remote work
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 United States, New Jersey, Princeton | |
| 469 North Harrison Street (Show on map) | |
 Jan 21, 2026 | |
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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. Research Chemist Job Summary / About the Role Church & Dwight is seeking a Research Chemist to support the Fabric Care Performance Additive business. This position will be located in Princeton, NJ on a hybrid basis. Work Model: This is a hybrid role, requiring in-person attendance at our Princeton, NJ location on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, with remote work options on Mondays and Fridays. The Research Chemist will be responsible for the design, development, and optimization of new and existing fabric care additive formulations from concept through commercialization. This role will play a critical part in supporting innovation, product improvement, and lifecycle management of marketed products while ensuring operational continuity and competitive relevance. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise in product development, a creative and data-driven approach to problem-solving, and the ability to independently manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. This role involves close cross-functional collaboration with Marketing, Packaging, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Safety, Legal, and Consumer Relations teams. Role Accountabilities and Responsibilities * Formulation & Product Development: Design, formulate, and develop new and existing consumer product formulations from concept through commercialization. Education and Experience Requirements Required Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related scientific discipline from an accredited institution Preferred Qualifications: * Master's degree in a scientific discipline Compensation & Benefits The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $81,700 - $116,300. This position may also be eligible for additional incentive compensation. As a Church & Dwight U.S. employee, you (and eligible dependents, as applicable) will have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, basic life insurance, paid vacation and sick time, and Paid Parental Leave. U.S. employees are also eligible for paid holidays, floating holidays, and vacation days beginning in their first year of employment based on hire date. Employees may participate in the Church & Dwight 401(k) retirement plan (with company match and profit-sharing) and the Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan. The actual base pay offered will be based on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge and skills, experience, business needs, geographic location, and internal pay parity. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidates. #LI-Hybrid Church & Dwight is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. | |