JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a highly motivated and detailed-oriented Chemical Regulatory Specialist to play a crucial role in ensuring Agilent ChemBio products and processes comply with all relevant global chemical regulations. As a key member of Chemical Regulatory Team, She/he will be responsible for interpreting chemical regulations, developing and implementing product compliance processes, supporting new product introduction (NPI) chemical regulatory compliance activities, and maintaining the product compliance through the product life cycle.

Responsibilities:

• Interpret and apply international, federal, state, local regulations related to chemical substances (e.g., TSCA, REACH, GHS, CLP), provide expert guidance on complex international chemical regulations.
• Oversee the activities for critical global regulatory reporting, registrations, and notifications for chemicals. Provide expert guidance on development, review, and approval of Safety Data Sheet (SDS), GHS labeling, and risk assessment for Agilent’s global chemical product portfolio.
• Actively engage with Regulatory Intelligence team for chemical products, proactively identifying emerging regulations and assessing their potential impact. Develop and implement proactive risk mitigation strategies to ensure continuous compliance and market access.
• Serve as a recognized expert on chemical product regulations within Agilent. Provide strategic guidance to cross-functional teams and represent Agilent in industry forums and regulatory discussions and engage in chemical regulation policy discussions to advocate Agilent’s interests.
• Work closely with supporting divisions to ensure the chemical product NPI is successfully launched and in compliance with the applicable chemical regulations in the addressed markets.
• Proactively engage with R&D to ensure new chemical product development aligns with evolving global regulatory requirements, provide expert input to facilitate successful market introduction.
• Develop and deliver expert training on global chemical product regulations.
• Develop and maintain the chemical regulatory compliance related processes. Support ChemBio compliance tool development and implementation.
• Provide regulatory guidance relative to managing chemical regulatory inspections and appropriately responding to any requests and inquiries from authorities and stakeholders.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree or equivalent in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a closely related field with a strong emphasis on chemical regulations. Professional certification in the chemical regulatory area is preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in chemical regulatory compliance focused on chemical substances and/or chemical products within a multinational chemical, life science, analytical chemistry, or related industry.
• Deep and comprehensive understanding of a wide range of global chemical regulations (e.g., TSCA, REACH, CLP, GHS, country-specific chemical control laws, transportation regulations). Strong understanding of global supply chain regulations related to chemical products.
• Strong track record of providing regulatory compliance support for chemical product NPI and life cycle management.
• Expert knowledge of Enterprise Compliance Software Solutions, preferably with a strong track record of implementing the SDS, GHS, and Chemical Database-related software.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor cross-functional teams and drive impactful regulatory initiatives in a complex, matrixed global organization.
• Demonstrated ability to proactively identify emerging regulatory trends and translate them into strategic opportunities or risk mitigation/implementation plans.
• Active participation in relevant industry associations or regulatory working groups. Experience in advocating for company positions on chemical regulations with agencies.
• Experience in managing and leading global regulatory audits and inspections is preferred
• Familiarity with Agilent products and the markets Agilent serves is preferred.

Personal Characteristics:

• Exceptional analytical, data-driven, risk-based, and problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate complex international regulatory landscapes.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication, presentation, and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and engage effectively with senior leadership, regulatory authorities, and diverse global teams.
• Comfortable working with international teams and navigating the complexities of diverse regulatory environments.
• Ability to identify, understand, and focus on key business priorities.
• Adherence to the highest ethical standards and ensure regulatory activities are conducted with transparency and honesty.
• Effectively working with cross-functional teams to build strong relationships and foster a shared understanding of regulatory requirements and responsibilities.
• Self-starter, team-player, and continuous-learner.

• Interpret and apply international, federal, state, local regulations related to chemical substances (e.g., TSCA, REACH, GHS, CLP), provide expert guidance on complex international chemical regulations.
• Oversee the activities for critical global regulatory reporting, registrations, and notifications for chemicals. Provide expert guidance on development, review, and approval of Safety Data Sheet (SDS), GHS labeling, and risk assessment for Agilent’s global chemical product portfolio.
• Actively engage with Regulatory Intelligence team for chemical products, proactively identifying emerging regulations and assessing their potential impact. Develop and implement proactive risk mitigation strategies to ensure continuous compliance and market access.
• Serve as a recognized expert on chemical product regulations within Agilent. Provide strategic guidance to cross-functional teams and represent Agilent in industry forums and regulatory discussions and engage in chemical regulation policy discussions to advocate Agilent’s interests.
• Work closely with supporting divisions to ensure the chemical product NPI is successfully launched and in compliance with the applicable chemical regulations in the addressed markets.
• Proactively engage with R&D to ensure new chemical product development aligns with evolving global regulatory requirements, provide expert input to facilitate successful market introduction.
• Develop and deliver expert training on global chemical product regulations.
• Develop and maintain the chemical regulatory compliance related processes. Support ChemBio compliance tool development and implementation.
• Provide regulatory guidance relative to managing chemical regulatory inspections and appropriately responding to any requests and inquiries from authorities and stakeholders