Senior Manager, R&D Product Development

Church & Dwight; Princeton (NJ); Hybrid; USD 149,700 - 213,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid vacation

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Church & Dwight is seeking a Senior Manager, R&D Product Development based in Princeton, NJ. The role involves leadership in developing regulated medical device and homeopathic products, ensuring compliance, and managing a talented team for innovation.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering, over ten years of laboratory experience, and a proven track record in regulatory compliance and product development.

This hybrid role provides a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and a 401k retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• 10+ years of laboratory experience, or Ph.D. with 7+ years of experience.
• 5+ years of supervisory/management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead project execution across product development programs.
• Supervise and mentor team members.
• Deliver the R&D portfolio and innovation pipeline.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for successful project execution.
• Conduct product development from concept to commercialization.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and quality systems.
• Identify and communicate technical and regulatory risks.
• Support budgeting and resource planning.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Product development

Collaboration

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

10+ years of laboratory experience

Ph.D. with 7+ years of experience (preferred)

5+ years of supervisory/management experience (preferred)

Job description

Job Summary

Church & Dwight is seeking a Senior Manager, R&D Product Development to join our team. This role provides leadership and technical expertise in the development of regulated medical device and homeopathic products, including design, formulation, verification/validation, and commercialization.

About the Role

The Senior Manager, R&D Product Development will lead teams to deliver a robust product pipeline that meets consumer needs, regulatory requirements, and business objectives while ensuring product quality, safety, and compliance.

Work Environment

Hybrid: The role will be based in Princeton, NJ and requires in-person attendance on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, with remote work options on Mondays and Fridays.

Role Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Lead group by managing workload, daily project execution, and prioritization across medical device and homeopathic product development programs.
• Supervise and mentor team members, including performance management and people development activities.
• Develop and deliver the R&D portfolio and innovation pipeline to support business growth, regulatory compliance, and global expansion.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with Regulatory, Quality, Clinical, Marketing, Operations, and Manufacturing to ensure successful project execution.
• Conduct product development from concept through design transfer and commercialization, including pilot-scale work and manufacturing scale-up.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and quality systems (e.g., Design Controls, ISO 13485, FDA/cGMP), including proper development documentation (e.g., Design History Files, specifications, and technical reports).
• Identify and communicate technical and regulatory risks and implement mitigation strategies early in development.
• Represent R&D leadership in internal and external forums, including interactions with regulatory bodies, suppliers, and professional organizations as needed.
• Support budgeting, resource planning, and technical strategy development for the product categories.

Education and Experience

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline required.
• 10+ years of laboratory experience, or Ph.D. with 7+ years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years of supervisory/management experience.

Compensation and Benefits

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $149,700 - $213,200. This position is also eligible for a bonus.

As a Church & Dwight US employee, you (and eligible dependents, as applicable) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid vacation and sick time, and Paid Parental Leave. U.S. employees are entitled to paid holidays, floating holidays, and vacation days starting in their first year of employment depending on hire date. You are also able to participate in our 401k retirement plan (with company match and profit‑sharing) and Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, job‑related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay parity. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Church & Dwight is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.