The Honest Company · 8 hours ago
Research Toxicologist I
Hybrid (Playa Vista, CA) — 2 days/week in office
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$80K/yr - $90K/yr
1+ years expThe Honest Company is a personal care company dedicated to creating cleanly-formulated and sustainably-designed products. The Research Toxicologist I supports the evaluation of human and environmental safety of ingredients and finished consumer products to ensure compliance with the company's standards and global regulatory requirements.
BabyCleaning ProductsConsumer GoodsE-CommerceLifestyle
Responsibilities
Research and evaluate new and existing ingredients and formulations against The Honest Standard, internal restricted substance lists, and global regulatory and safety frameworks
Conduct core toxicological assessments including: Hazard identification, Dose–response assessment, Exposure scenario characterization, Risk characterization for ingredients, impurities, and finished products
Propose risk management measures as needed (e.g., use restrictions, cautionary labeling, formulation changes)
Identify higher-risk ingredients, formulations, or raw material substitutions and collaborate with product teams to troubleshoot safer alternatives aligned with product category and use conditions
Manage relationships with suppliers, CROs, and third-party laboratories to ensure timely execution and delivery of documents and services
Facilitate the completion and maintenance of toxicology deliverables, including:
Toxicological Risk Assessments of products (TRAs)
Raw material human safety risk assessments
Proposition 65 exposure based risk assessments
Safety substantiation memos and scientific justifications
Coordinate SDS development and updates with external vendors
Coordinate in vitro and clinical safety testing as needed to support product launches and claims
Assist with third-party certifications and verifications (e.g., EWG), including data collection and scientific justification
Communicate ingredient and formula safety updates, decisions, and rationale clearly to cross-functional partners
Contribute to internal documentation, decision logs, and safety summaries to support transparency and alignment
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Toxicology, Pharmacology, Environmental Health, or a related scientific discipline
1–2 years of experience in Consumer product safety assessment and/or toxicology testing
Foundational knowledge of toxicological principles, including hazard identification, exposure assessment, and risk characterization
Strong scientific research, data interpretation, and technical writing skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and timelines in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
PhD in Toxicology or a related field
Familiarity with consumer product or cosmetic regulatory frameworks (e.g., U.S., EU)
Exposure to alternative testing methods, NAMs, or in vitro safety approaches
Experience working with CROs, suppliers, or third-party testing laboratories
Interest in safer chemistry, sustainability, and human- and planet-centric product design
Benefits
Comprehensive Health & Wellness 🏥: We’ve got you covered with top-tier health, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your family feeling great.
401k with Company Match 💰: Your future matters to us. We match your 401k contributions to help you secure a strong financial future.
Wellness & Fitness 💪: Stay healthy with a monthly fitness reimbursement and, for those in our Playa Vista office, an onsite gym to keep you active and energized.
Work-Life Balance ⚖️: We value your time. We provide a generous and flexible vacation policy to relax, recharge, and spend time on what matters most.
Family-Friendly Leave 👶: Growing your family? We offer generous maternity and paternity leave to support you during this exciting journey.
Ownership & Equity 💼: Ownership isn’t just a mindset here—it’s real. Every full time employee is granted equity, giving you a direct stake in our future. When we win, you win.
Education Reimbursement 🎓: We’re committed to your growth—whether it’s for professional development or a new passion, we offer education reimbursement to help you learn and level up.
Pet Insurance 🐾: We love your furry family members too! Our pet insurance ensures your pets are taken care of, because they’re part of the family.
Company
The Honest Company
The Honest Company is a consumer products company that offers baby, personal care, and beauty products.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2022 (2)
2020 (3)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$503MKey Investors
L CattertonFidelityGlade Brook Capital Partners
2021-05-05IPO
2018-06-07Private Equity· $200M
2017-10-12Series E· $75M
Leadership Team
Carla Vernón
Chief Executive Officer and Board Director
Curtiss Bruce
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2026-01-22
General Catalyst
2026-01-05
GlobeNewswire
2025-12-11
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