Senior Regulatory Scientist - Audit & Compliance

Stepan Company

Northbrook (IL)

On-site

USD 77,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary Bonus

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K with Match

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Stepan Company in Northbrook, IL seeks a Senior Regulatory Scientist to lead the Biocide Regulatory Audit & Compliance program. You will oversee audits, manage regulatory risk, and drive adherence across the biocide portfolio for EPA FIFRA compliance.

The role requires strong communication, high attention to detail, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to support licensing, labeling, and product stewardship. Competitive benefits provided.

Qualifications

3-5 years of regulatory experience with a chemical company
FIFRA registration experience required; antimicrobial experience beneficial
Ability to interact effectively with business leaders, government agencies and trade associations
Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills
Strong competency in project management, negotiation, and communication
Strong business acumen, problem solving and decision-making skills
Ability to communicate complex regulatory issues with diverse audiences
Ability to work with cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects including creating plans and timelines
Experience with FIFRA label review

Responsibilities

Manage Stepan’s Biocide Formulator Audit Program and coordinate audit readiness
Serve as liaison for internal, third-party and regulatory audits
Manage relationships with external audit service providers
Review audit findings and develop corrective action reports
Collaborate with formulators and sub-registrants to implement corrective action plans
Coordinate review of contracts and regulatory documentation
Review labels against EPA Master Labels and coordinate cross-functional label assessments
Issue final audit reports documenting actions and improvements
Review indemnification agreements and coordinate updates
Maintain audit tracking systems and prioritize regulatory audits
Apply audit learnings to strengthen biocide compliance

Skills

Regulatory experience

FIFRA experience

Leadership & communication

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Negotiation & decision-making

Regulatory label review

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related science

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Senior Regulatory Scientist - Audit & Compliance

Location:

Northbrook, IL, US, 60062

Job Description

As a Senior Regulatory Scientist in the Biocide Regulatory Team at Stepan Company. You will join a our regulatory team supporting the management of regulatory compliance activities for our biocide portfolio of antimicrobial pesticides. This role is responsible for overseeing regulatory risk management programs, including Stepan, third-party, and regulatory agency audits, while helping ensure ongoing compliance across the biocide business.The Senior Regulatory Scientist will work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to support Stepan’s network of biocide formulators and sub-registrants. Success in this role requires strong communication skills, exceptional attention to detail, sound judgment, and a high level of professionalism, with a commitment to upholding all business and regulatory ethics standards.

Key Responsibilites:

Manage Stepan’s Biocide Formulator Audit Program

Identify and prioritize formulator companies for audit activities and coordinate audit readiness with key business contacts.
Serve as the primary liaison for internal, third-party, and regulatory agency audits.
Manage relationships and activities with external audit service providers.
Review audit findings and develop corrective action reports outlining required actions, timelines, and compliance expectations.
Partner with formulators and sub-registrants to implement and track corrective action plans to completion.
Review and support updates to contractual agreements and regulatory documentation.
Coordinate review of commercial product labels against EPA Master Labels and facilitate cross-functional label assessments.
Issue final audit reports documenting corrective actions, compliance updates, and process improvements.
Review indemnification agreements and coordinate any required updates.
Maintain and manage audit tracking systems, prioritizing regulatory agency audits and ensuring timely follow-up.
Apply regulatory audit learnings across the biocide network to strengthen compliance and mitigate business risk.

Support Stepan’s Biocide Network & License Approval Process

Support management of Stepan’s biocide formulator and sub-registrant network to ensure compliance with US EPA FIFRA regulations.
Facilitate activation and administration of licensing agreements.
Review sub-registrant labels against EPA Master Labels and guide partners through the approval process.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure accurate, compliant, and timely label approvals.
Respond to regulatory inquiries from customers, sales teams, and business partners.
Provide regulatory guidance to support commercialization, product stewardship, and licensing activities.

Compliance Management

Develop, implement, and maintain regulatory compliance programs supporting Stepan’s biocide portfolio.
Conduct compliance reviews, audits, and risk assessments to identify and mitigate regulatory risks.
Monitor adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
Deliver regulatory training and compliance guidance to internal teams and external partners.
Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance regulatory compliance and operational effectiveness.

Qualifications

3 - 5 years of regulatory experience with a chemical company
FIFRA registration experience required; experience with Antimicrobials is beneficial
Ability to interact effectively with business leaders, government agencies and trade associations
Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills
Strong competency in project management, negotiation, and communication
Strong business acumen, problem solving and decision-making skills
Ability to communicate complex technical regulatory issues with diverse audiences and personnel, including internal stakeholders and regulatory authorities
Ability to work with cross-functional teams and effectively manage multiple projects, including the creation of project plans and timelines while organizing and tracking complex information
Experience with FIFRA label review

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or other science

Pay Range: $77,000 - 100,000

The salary range for this position is determined by considering a variety of factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, and the location of the position.

At Stepan Company our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Discretionary Bonus
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401K with Match
Profit Sharing
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (STD / LTD)
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Adoption Assistance
Reactions – Recognition Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Stepan Company does not accept or retain unsolicited resumes or phone calls and/or respond to them or to any third party representing job seekers.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Established in 1932, Stepan Company is a major manufacturer of basic and intermediate chemicals including surfactants, polymers, as well as specialty ingredients that go into consumer, household, and institutional products such as laundry detergents, shampoos, and surface cleaners. Stepan Company currently has 19 global manufacturing locations and over 2,400 employees. We have a strong record of growth. Our growth allows us to provide meaningful career opportunities and stability to our team members. We have big goals at Stepan and know every team member will be crucial to achieving our objectives. Regardless of function, we are looking for team members who bring with them a growth mindset, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the ability to thrive in an evolving environment.

We celebrate diversity at Stepan and are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Stepan is a global specialty and intermediate chemical manufacturer that has been serving a broad range of industries for over 90years. Today, Stepan is a $2.7 billion revenue company. Our continued success is driven by the passion and commitment of our 2,500+ employees around the world.

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