Chemical Regulatory Affairs Associate (f/m/d)
About the Role: We are looking for a Chemical Regulatory Affairs Associate (f/m/d) to join our Fabrics team. In this role, you will focus on EMEA chemical control regulations enabling the use, development, and movement of chemicals globally. In addition, you will also work closely with government relations to understand, monitor, and shape the evolving regulatory environment.
This position will be located at one of our facilities in Putzbrunn (Germany), Barcelona (Spain) or Livingston (Scotland), with the possibility of a hybrid remote work arrangement, depending upon the responsibilities of the role and business needs.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain an understanding of Gore materials and relevant existing and emerging EMEA Chemical & Regulatory regulations
- Determine chemical regulatory impacts and risks to Businesses, translating potential impacts into options and recommendations
- Advise on Gore's compliance to chemical regulations in appropriate markets for use
- Represent Gore in meetings with regulators and other opinion leaders regarding both technical and regulatory subjects
- Engage in scientific forums, contribute to technical papers, and input to Gore positions on regulatory topics
- Participate in and influence industry trade associations
- Review draft regulations and comment or advocate externally as appropriate
- Provide regulatory assistance and input into various activities including new product development, new chemical approvals, chemical registrations, submissions to ECHA ( eg. SCIP) and Stewardship Assessments
- Support hazardous communications for all Gore Chemicals including IP sensitive materials and support to author and maintain SDSs
- Provide regular training on chemical and regulatory affairs as required
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science in subjects such as Toxicology, Chemistry, or equivalent
- Minimum of 3-5 years experiences in a regulatory role, with a working knowledge of chemicals/chemistry
- Thorough knowledge and in-depth understanding of regulatory principles and guidelines including EU REACH, GHS/SDS etc.
- Demonstrated ability to interpret regulations, assess impact and drive actions
- Ability to prepare and submit reports to external regulatory agencies according to required deadlines
- Ability to influence without authority toward a broad range of stakeholders including manufacturing, technical , sustainability, business and logistics teams
- Strong ability to recognize intellectual property, safeguard confidential information and exercise critical thinking
- A proactive individual who takes the initiative can manage ambiguity and effectively contribute to teams that operate globally and virtually
- Active communicator with excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Ability to travel up to 15%
Desired Qualifications:
- Knowledge of PFAS chemistry
- Understanding of UK Reach
Hybrid Working Arrangements are permitted with appropriate approval and compliance with Gore’s policy.
What We Offer: Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow.
We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for “profit-sharing”. Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits
We believe in the strength of a diverse and inclusive workplace. With diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences, we uncover new possibilities and make a greater impact in the world. We are proud of Associates for building on our rich history of innovation, upholding our values and supporting an inclusive work environment where we treat each other and our external partners with fairness, dignity and respect.
Gore is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applications irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a covered veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.
Our Talent Acquisition Team welcomes your questions at gore.com/careers/contact
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