Senior Scientist - Regulatory

ESTÉE LAUDER COMPANIES
Melville, NY
Description The Estée Lauder Companies is seeking a Senior Scientist, U.S. Regulatory Affairs to lead compliance strategy for our cosmetics and personal care portfolio. This is a high-visibility role that combines deep technical expertise with the opportunity to shape U.S. regulatory strategy for a global prestige company. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience with FDA, EPA, and state-level cosmetic regulations, in addition to leadership skills that aim to influence cross-functional teams. Regulatory Compliance & Stewardship
  • Ensure compliance with the FDA Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MoCRA) and OTC drug regulations.
  • Oversee Safety Data Sheets (SDS) to ensure accuracy and accessibility across regulatory systems.
  • Lead compliance efforts for:
    • California Proposition 65 chemical disclosures.
    • CARB (California Air Resources Board) VOC restrictions.
    • Washington State's lead ban in cosmetics.
    • Lacey Act requirements for sourcing botanical ingredients.
    • Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Poison Prevention Packaging Act (PPPA) and General Certificate of Conformity (GGC) documentation generation and tracking.
  • Support product stewardship, including TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) reporting and EPA-related obligations.
  • Manage regulatory aspects of Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR).
  • Maintain regulatory files, compliance reports, and documentation to support audits and inspections
Leadership & Strategy
  • Serve as the U.S. regulatory subject matter expert, influencing R&D, Supply Chain, and Sustainability teams.
  • Provide strategic input into regulatory advocacy through engagement with industry groups such as Personal Care Products Council (PCPC).
  • Monitor and interpret emerging U.S. regulatory trends, advising senior leadership on compliance and business impact.
  • Lead internal training programs to raise awareness of evolving federal and state requirements.
Safety & Cosmetovigilance
  • Ensure compliance with MoCRA adverse event reporting requirements.
  • Assess and document U.S. consumer complaints (causality, seriousness, expectedness)
Qualifications
  • Strong working knowledge of FDA, EPA, CARB, Prop 65, TSCA, and state-level cosmetic laws.
  • Experience in CIR submissions and regulatory advocacy.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
  • Bachelor or Masters Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Toxicology, or related discipline
  • 5+ years of U.S. regulatory experience in cosmetics, personal care or OTX
Posted 2026-04-09

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