Job Description

Established in 1806 as a small soap and candle business in New York City, Colgate-Palmolive is now a truly global company with products sold in over 200 countries and territories under such internationally recognized brand names as Colgate, Palmolive, Softsoap, Irish Spring, Protex, Sorriso, Kolynos, elmex, Tom's of Maine, Sanex, Ajax, Axion, Soupline, Haci Sakir, Suavitel, PCA SKIN, EltaMD, Filorga and Hello as well as Hill's Science Diet and Hill's Prescription Diet.

Colgate-Palmolive is a leading consumer products company that serves hundreds of millions of consumers worldwide with brands and products across four core businesses – Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition. We are committed to offering products that make lives healthier and more enjoyable, and programs that enrich communities around the world.

Every day millions of people trust our products to care for themselves and the ones they love. Our goal is to use our technology to create products that will continue to improve the quality of life for our consumers wherever they live.

A career at Colgate-Palmolive is an excellent opportunity if you seek a global experience, constant challenge, and development opportunities in an environment that respects work/life effectiveness.

Information at a Glance
Job Title:  Jr Chemical Researcher
Travel Required?:  Travel - up to 10% of time
Posting Start Date:  9/10/26
On-site

No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #175933 - Sao Bernardo do Campo, Sao Paulo, Brazil

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!

Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.

 

Position:Jr Chemical Researcher

Location: Sao Bernardo do Campo, SP, BRA 

Role Summary:

    • Executes analytical testing and stability testing for oral care products and competitors.

    • Supports R&D, Quality, and Supply Chain in product development, simplification, and compliance.

    • Ensures lab equipment accuracy, accurate documentation, and internal team training.

  • Main Responsibilities:

    • Analytical Testing: Run physicochemical, aging stability, and competitor sample testing using HPLC, GC, AA, and X-Ray.

    • Data & Quality: Document lab work in eLN/LabNet, review data in LIMS, and comply with Quality, EOHS, and QS 024 standards.

    • Operations: Perform daily/monthly instrument calibrations and ensure equipment functionality.

    • Project Support: Lead analytical projects and support product simplification, harmonization, and raw material qualification.

Collaboration & Training: Support R&D/Supply Chain priorities and train interns on specialized analytical tools.

Required Qualifications:

  • Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmacy, or related fields.
  • Experience: Hands-on experience in Pharmaceutical, Cosmetic, or Industrial analytical laboratories.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in analytical methods (HPLC, GC, AA, X-Ray), systems (LIMS, ETQ), Google Workspace, and AI.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience: Prior experience with Oral Care products.

  • Education: Master’s Degree in a related field.

  • Language Skills: Fluent/Effective English (written and spoken).

 

 


Our Commitment to Inclusion
Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives  to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.

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