Regulatory Senior Scientist

Great Connections Employment Services; Markham; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in skin care and beauty products is seeking a Senior Regulatory Scientist in Markham. This full-time role involves coordinating with R&D for compliance and leading regulatory programs while ensuring global standards are met. Ideal candidates will hold a relevant Bachelor's degree and possess 3-5 years of experience in regulatory science.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience as a Regulatory Scientist required.
• Experience with regulatory review processes and compliance standards.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to compile reports.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with R&D teams for compliance.
• Develop and implement regulatory review processes.
• Oversee regulatory changes for compliance.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science, Arts (focus on sciences), or Engineering

Job description

Our client is a leading manufacturer, marketer, and seller of quality skin care, makeup, fragrance, and hair care products. The client is seeking a Senior Regulatory Scientist to join their growing team.

Job Title: Regulatory Senior Scientist

Job Type: Full-time, Day Shift

Department: Research & Development

Compensation: Competitive package

Job Description

Regulatory & Product Stewardship: 50%

• Coordinate with R&D teams to gather technical data on formulas to ensure compliance.
• Develop and implement new regulatory review processes and ingredient label policies/SOPs across all brands.
• Review formulas and oversee regulatory changes or corrections for compliance reasons.
• Utilize independent judgment to assess technical information based on regulatory, safety, and corporate standards.
• Compile reports, charts, and spreadsheets; provide weekly updates to management.
• Lead bi-weekly RDS review meetings with chemists on ingredient labeling and regulatory review.

Cosmetovigilance (US/CAN/LATAM): 50%

• Participate in the development and design of mSafety in accordance with regional COVI/GVP regulations, focusing on Canada.
• Support regional case assessments for consumer complaints in the Americas, especially Canada.
• Provide insights into case seriousness, causality, and expectedness; collaborate with external experts.
• Engage in discussions on serious cases with Safety SMEs to determine reporting requirements.
• Lead GPS activities during Health Canada GVP audits; respond to auditor requests.
• Work proactively with local health authorities on mSafety automation; stay updated on regional regulations affecting reporting obligations.

The role involves managing key RDS functions to ensure global compliance of ingredients, formulas, and products. The candidate will participate in designing regulatory review policies and lead global R&D alignment discussions. They will review formulas for compliance, collaborate with various teams, and communicate regulatory changes. The role also includes leading development efforts for COVI and GVP programs, supporting global rollout, and engaging with regulators and trade associations in North America.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Arts (with focus on sciences), or Engineering.
• 3-5 years of experience as a Regulatory Scientist.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations are available upon request.