Product Development Scientist (Ph.D.) - College

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The Clorox Company

The Clorox Company

Product Development Scientist (Ph.D.) - College

Pleasanton, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Clorox is the place that’s committed to growth - for our people and our brands. Guided by our purpose and values, and with people at the center of everything we do, we believe every one of us can make a positive impact on consumers, communities, and teammates. Join our team. #CloroxIsThePlace

    Your role at Clorox:

    The Research and Development organization is embedded within each of our Clorox business, taking new generations of consumer products from concept to reality. With such diverse roles as engineers, scientists, mechanical designers and packaging experts, R&D is a community of technical leaders and managers actively involved in virtually every step in the lifecycle of our products, from initial concept to raw materials to final goods on store shelves. R&D is committed to leveraging the latest technology to bring consumers the high-quality, innovative products they expect and deserve.

    In this role, you will:

    The Business Unit R&D function works within the business teams along with other members (e.g. Marketing, Sales, Finance, Manufacturing) and also with core R&D functions (e.g. Regulatory, Advanced Measurement Systems) to ensure that our products provide high value to our consumers and are manufactured and marketed safely and efficiently.

    • Identify the underlying causes of problems, make relevant measurements to provide data that enable you to represent technical solutions and convert them into business solutions.
    • Analyze problems from multiple points of view and connect disparate ideas to create innovative solutions, proposals, and concepts.
    • Work efficiently in the laboratory executing effective experimental designs; passionate and committed to world-class products and technology development.
    • Research ways to evolve and improve the approaches and tools used by R&D.
    • Contribute to projects that span a wide variety of consumer and professional product applications in a fast-paced business environment with rapidly changing needs and priorities.
    • Communicate and collaborate with colleagues in a variety of diverse disciplines and functions to work through the challenges to bring changes to market.

    What we look for:

    • Ph.D. Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, or a related field
    • Candidates must have education and expertise in at least one of the following areas:
      • Aqueous oxidants, kinetics and equilibria for cleaning, bleaching and microbial control
      • Aqueous surfactants, colloids and interfacial science for household product formulation
      • Water soluble polymers for household product formulation
    • Experience in evaluation, characterization and measurement of technology in their area of expertise

    Workplace type:

    We seek out and celebrate diverse backgrounds and experiences. We’re looking for fresh perspectives, a desire to bring your best, and a non-stop drive to keep growing and learning.

    At Clorox, we have a Culture of Inclusion. We believe our values-based culture connects to our purpose and helps our people be the best versions of themselves, professionally and personally. This means building a workplace where every person can feel respected, valued, and fully able to participate in our Clorox community. Learn more about our I &D program & initiatives here .

    [U.S .]Additional Information:

    At Clorox, we champion people to be well and thrive, starting with our own people. To help make this possible, we offer comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company match, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays depending on location), inclusive fertility/adoption benefits, and more.

    We are committed to fair and equitable pay and are transparent with current and future teammates about our full salary ranges. We use broad salary ranges that reflect the competitive market for similar jobs, provide sufficient opportunity for growth as you gain experience and expand responsibilities, while also allowing for differentiation based on performance. Based on the breadth of our ranges, most new hires will start at Clorox in the first half of the applicable range. Your starting pay will depend on job-related factors, including relevant skills, knowledge, experience and location. The applicable salary range for every role in the U.S. is based on your work location and is aligned to one of three zones according to the cost of labor in your area.

    - Zone A: $86,600 - $161,900

    - Zone B: $79,400 - $148,400

    - Zone C: $72,100 - $134,900

    All ranges are subject to change in the future. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.

    This job is also eligible for participation in Clorox’s incentive plans, subject to the terms of the applicable plan documents and policies.

    Please apply directly to our job postings and do not submit your resume to any person via text message. Clorox does not conduct text-based interviews and encourages you to be cautious of anyone posing as a Clorox recruiter via unsolicited texts during these uncertain times.

    To all recruitment agencies: Clorox (and its brand families) does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Clorox employees, including any members of our leadership team. Clorox is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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  • Industry
    Consumer Goods
  • About Us

    Clorox builds brands that make everyday life better, every day. We value our differences, and challenge each other to think and act boldly. We try new things, succeed, fail and keep learning. We work hard, have busy personal lives and are all able to make a positive impact -- at Clorox, in our communities and in the lives of millions of people who invite us into their homes and workplaces. Make your mark and help us drive growth that is profitable, sustainable and responsible.