Description: The Executive Vice President Science, Chief Scientist, is responsible for the strategic direction, management, and execution of all scientific programs and initiatives. This includes oversight of technical and project management staff, as well as financial administration of the department’s programs. The role requires collaboration with internal leadership and external stakeholders to ensure alignment with the organization’s strategic goals and the broader interests of the cosmetics and personal care industry. Requirements: Provide strategic and operational leadership for all scientific programs and staff, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Oversee the financial planning and management of the Science Department’s programs and initiatives. Collaborate closely with cross-functional leaders and the President to address key issues, ensuring timely and effective communication to diverse audiences. Inspire, lead, and mentor science staff; support career development and foster a high-performing, collaborative team culture. Drive the achievement of departmental goals through effective leadership, planning, and execution. Provide strategic guidance and support to Science Committees and staff to ensure delivery of goals aligned with the Association’s strategic plan and industry objectives. Serve as the lead for various internal and external Scientific Committees, including SACX, CIR SSC, Environmental Safety, Global Environmental Safe Science Project (GESSP), Quality, International Nomenclature Cosmetic Ingredients Committee, Microbiology, Sustainability, Safety/Regulatory/Toxicology, and Color Additives, as well as NGO and stakeholder groups. Represent the industry in engagements with scientific experts, member companies, allied associations, regulators, and interested parties. Build and maintain relationships with scientific and regulatory organizations to form coalitions and advance industry initiatives. Serve as the Council’s scientific spokesperson in public forums, media interviews, and meetings with government agencies. Partner with Public Affairs to develop scientific communication materials for media, the PCPC website, educational seminars, beauty editor events, legislators, and global organizations. Prepare and submit public comments and position papers to support regulatory and policy initiatives. Represent the Council at national and international conferences to enhance visibility, build strategic partnerships, and advance scientific collaboration. Ensure the development and execution of high-quality scientific programming for the Annual Science Symposium. Cultivate relationships with key stakeholders including regulators, academics, key opinion leaders (KOLs), and the medical community. Act as the industry liaison at Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel meetings and present key scientific information to panel members.

ROLE COMPETENCIES Privacy: Ability to handle confidential or sensitive issues and/or information. Expected to maintain privacy and confidentiality of documents pertaining to program matters, issues, industry positions, viewpoints, etc.. Strategic: Strong strategic thinker and someone who has shown an ability to carry through to completion an initiative and/or project. Communication: Ability to interact, negotiate, and work with VIPs and all levels of management on complex science matters, including the CEO, Board members, relevant committee members, prominent scientists, corporate executives, and members of the media. Decision Making: Ability to make rational decisions about achievable recommendations based on consideration of all facts and alternatives. Independent: Ability to work independently towards approved goals and objectives, while at the same time being able to predict when such approaches need discussion with PCPC executives prior to final action. Project Management: Ability to multi-task and work under rapidly developing deadlines and priorities. Sharing Information: Conveying up-to date information in the most efficient and useful manner to the appropriate stakeholders. Critical Thinking: Analyzing problems and solutions by evaluating the quality of the information available from different sources and avoiding decision-making bias. Fosters a Learning Culture: Creating an inspiring and engaging atmosphere where people feel motivated to grow and learn new skills. Identifies Talent: Actively maintaining awareness of internal and external talent, current abilities, and hiring needs. Talent Management: Ability to effectively manage direct reports. QUALIFICATIONS Advanced degree in chemistry, biology or other related scientific disciplines – Ph.D. preferred Twenty years of post-university work experience preferably in the cosmetics and personal care industry in various technical functions. Relevant industry and association experience preferred. Must be willing to travel Superb written and oral communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.