Postdoctoral Scientist

As a Postdoctoral Toxicologist at Combe Incorporated, you will be part of a talented team dedicated to creating innovative and safe personal care products. Our company operates with the ingenuity and agility of a start-up, guided by our experience as a time-tested, privately held CPG.

With a successful track record of category and brand development, including groundbreaking brands like Clearasil, Odor-Eaters, Just For Men, and Vagisil, we're constantly on the lookout for the next personal 'issue' to solve. We're the majority investors in Virtue Labs biotech haircare and the new home of Astroglide personal lubricants.

We believe diversity and belonging are core to our business success, as we bring empathy and expertise to personal care. We are one of the few CPG companies that is a fully women-owned business and a family-owned company for over 75 years.

This role is perfect for an ambitious entry-level scientist eager to apply their toxicological expertise in a dynamic and encouraging environment.

• Coordinate global post-market surveillance for cosmetic, over-the-counter drug, and medical device products.
• Review and investigate consumer feedback to ensure continuous monitoring of product safety and compliance.
• Conduct toxicological evaluations and draft comprehensive safety assessments for formulations, raw materials, and packaging components.
• Develop, edit, and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and technical information papers.
• Provide safety-related support for international product registrations.

• Ph.D. in Toxicology or a related field, or equivalent experience in toxicology. (We will consider candidates with a master's degree in Toxicology who bring relevant work experience).
• Some knowledge in toxicological risk assessment with in vitro and in vivo models.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, delivering timely results.
• Familiarity with regulatory guidelines (e.g., FDA, EPA, REACH) is a plus
• Expertise in Microsoft Office and experience with in silico software programs are a plus.
• Strong commitment to advancing safe, effective personal care products

• Hybrid work environment for most roles (Tuesdays & Wednesdays in office)
• Office-based employees receive partial lunch subsidies, ensuring you savor mouthwatering meals without breaking the bank.
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Outstanding healthcare options prioritizing your physical and mental wellness.
• 401(k) match with Profit Sharing to secure your financial future.
• Health and Wellness Initiatives, including gym membership reimbursement, wellness workshops, and mental health support.
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Compensation $70,000 to $85,000 annually based on experience