Toxicologist II

AVON; Northampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness resources

Work-life balance support

Job summary

Avon is hiring a Toxicologist II to assess product safety across cosmetics and personal care. You will work with cross-functional teams to evaluate safety data, prepare safety dossiers, and support launches while ensuring compliance with regional safety standards.

The role involves literature reviews, safety data interpretation, and collaboration with Regulatory teams to apply regional requirements. A Master’s in Toxicology or related field and 3–5 years of industry experience are required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Toxicology, Biological Sciences, or a related field.
• 3–5 years experience in product safety, toxicology, regulatory affairs, clinical studies, R&D, or related function.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Conduct product safety and risk assessments for new and existing products.
• Review scientific literature and safety data to support product development decisions.
• Prepare safety dossiers, reports, and documentation for product approvals.
• Partner with global regulatory teams to apply regional safety requirements.
• Assess toxicology and clinical testing needs for products in development.
• Support product launches with timely safety recommendations.
• Collaborate on cross-functional safety projects and industry initiatives.
• Work with R&D, Regulatory, and Product Development teams.

Skills

Scientific research

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Toxicology/Biological Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Statistics knowledge

Job description

You've picked a great time to join Avon. We're the company that puts purpose, people and relationships at the heart of everything we do. The company that's 135 years young and only just getting started. As part of the Regent LP family, we're committed to being the best beauty company for the world by generating a positive environmental, economic and social impact for our communities across the globe.

Role Type

Permanent

What you'll be doing:

Join Avon and help bring innovative, safe, and high-quality products to millions of customers around the world. As a Toxicologist II, you'll play a key role in assessing product safety, supporting new product launches, and contributing to the development of cosmetics and personal care products that meet the highest safety standards.

You'll partner with cross-functional teams to evaluate the safety of new and existing products across skincare, sunscreen, fragrance, and other product categories. Working within our Toxicology & Clinical Safety team, you'll conduct scientific research, review safety data, prepare technical documentation, and provide safety recommendations to support product development and launches. You'll also collaborate with regulatory colleagues to ensure products meet regional requirements and industry standards while helping maintain Avon's existing product portfolio.

Key responsibilities:

• Conducting product safety and risk assessments for new and existing products
• Reviewing scientific literature and safety data to support product development decisions
• Preparing safety dossiers, reports, and supporting documentation for product approvals
• Partnering with global regulatory teams to understand and apply regional safety requirements
• Assessing toxicology and clinical testing needs for products in development
• Supporting product launches by delivering timely and scientifically sound safety recommendations
• Contributing to special safety projects and industry-related initiatives
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams across R&D, Regulatory, and Product Development

What we’re looking for

• Master's degree in Toxicology, Biological Sciences, or a related scientific field
• 3-5 years experience in product safety, toxicology, regulatory affairs, clinical studies, R&D, or a related function
• Strong scientific research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Experience preparing technical reports, safety dossiers, or scientific documentation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; knowledge of statistics is an advantage
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to build effective relationships across teams
• Flexibility and adaptability when managing changing priorities and project timelines

What we offer:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package along with wellness resources and work-life balance support in line with your country practices and Avon purpose aiming to help you live a healthier life, protect you and your dear ones, and ensure you're at your best.

At Avon, we believe beauty is for everyone and that it's beautiful to be you. We celebrate our differences, champion self-expression and are committed to inclusion for all. We embrace diversity and individuality to build a culture that represents our communities and enables everyone to bring their best self to work. We also support reasonable adjustments both within our recruitment process and job design when required to empower you to work in a way that works for you.