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# Product Safety Chemist (Part-Time) at Consumer Reports

- **Company:** Consumer Reports
- **Location:** Yonkers, NY
- **Posted:** 2026-06-10
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-10
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/consumerreports/jobs/5135294007

## Job description

## WHO WE ARE

Consumer Reports is an independent, nonprofit organization dedicated to a fair and just marketplace for all. CR is known for our rigorous testing and trusted ratings on thousands of products and services.  We report extensively on consumer trends and challenges, and survey millions of people in the U.S. each year. We leverage our evidence-based approach to advocate for consumer rights, working with policymakers and companies to find solutions for safer products and fair practices.

Our mission starts with you. We offer medical benefits that start on your first day as a CR employee that include behavioral health coverage, family planning and a generous 401K match. [Learn more about how CR advocates on behalf of our employees.](https://www.consumerreports.org/cro/careers/landing-page/index.htm)

## OVERVIEW

CR’s product and service testing center, located in Yonkers, NY is the largest nonprofit educational and consumer product testing center in the world.  Our food and product safety tests are conducted here using state-of-the-art equipment that, when combined with data, allow us to provide expert advice to consumers on topics such as [lead found in a popular blender](https://www.consumerreports.org/product-safety/lead-detected-in-a-black-decker-blender-a1015435040/) or problems we found when[testing a baby stroller.](https://www.consumerreports.org/babies-kids/strollers/zoe-traveler-stroller-safety-risks-a9557335817/)

As a Chemist/Toxicologist Senior Project Leader on our Product Safety team, you will report to the Product Safety Manager and focus on the analysis and interpretation of chemical contaminant data across consumer product categories to identify hazards and assess human health risks. The ideal candidate will translate complex scientific findings into clear, defensible guidance to ensure consumer safety.

This is a part-time, temporary position (20 hours per week) ending May 31, 2027, with the possibility of extension. Candidates must be able to work on-site at our Yonkers facility one day per week. Please note that visa sponsorship and relocation assistance are not available for this role.

## How You'll Make An Impact

The high quality results you provide to our reporters and policy and mobilization teams help us drive change in the marketplace. On a daily basis, you will focus on:

- Risk Assessment: Conduct rigorous evaluations of consumer products, including personal care products and household products, to identify chemical hazards and assess human health risks beyond baseline regulatory requirements.
- Laboratory Liaison: Collaborate with external lab partners to establish testing protocols and detection limits for key contaminants such as heavy metals, PFAS, phthalates, VOCs, and bisphenols.
- Technical Consultation: Provide expert guidance to internal stakeholders regarding chemical and allergen risks associated with both emerging and established product categories.
- Data Interpretation: Synthesize and interpret laboratory findings to evaluate product compliance with safety benchmarks and identify potential consumer health hazards.

## ABOUT YOU

You’ll Be Highly Rated If:

- You have the education B.S. or higher in Chemistry, Toxicology, Chemical Engineering , or related field..
- You have the experience. 5+ years in analytical chemistry, toxicology, risk assessment, or consumer product safety.
- You know Instrumentation: Familiarity with ICP-MS, GC-MS, and LC-MS/MS.
- You have working knowledge of PFAS, heavy metals, phthalates, and VOC toxicology.
- You have regulatory knowledge, including FDA, EPA, CPSC, EU REACH, and Health Canada.
- You are a strong communicator with the ability to translate complex findings for non-technical editorial.

You'll Be One of Our Top Picks If:

- You have an advanced degree: MS or Ph.D preferred.
- You have a background in consumer product safety, nonprofit testing, or risk assessment frameworks (HQ, HI, MoS).

## FAIR PAY AND A JUST WORKPLACE

At Consumer Reports, we are committed to fair, transparent pay and we strive to provide competitive, market-informed compensation.The target salary range for this part-time position is $65K-$70K. It is anticipated that most qualified candidates will fall near the middle of this range. Compensation for the successful candidate will be informed by the candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience.

Consumer Reports has three locations: Yonkers, NY, Washington, DC and Colchester, CT. We are registered to do business in and can only hire from the following states and federal district: Arizona, California, Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Texas, Vermont, Virginia and Washington, DC.

Consumer Reports is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions or lactation), gender identity and expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service or veteran status, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.  Consumer Reports will provide you with any reasonable assistance or accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process.

## About Consumer Reports

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: An independent, nonprofit member organization that tests, investigates, and advocates to create a fair, transparent, and safe marketplace for consumers.
- **Entity Type**: Private (nonprofit organization)
- **Headquarters**: Yonkers, New York, United States (additional offices in Washington, DC and Colchester, CT)
- **Founded**: 1936
- **Founders**: A group of consumer advocates and striking workers who formed Consumers Union (now Consumer Reports)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Consumer advocacy, product testing, investigative journalism, and digital rights
- **Target customers**: Consumers (B2C), also influences businesses and policymakers through research and advocacy
- **Mission**: To work side by side with consumers for truth, transparency, and fairness in the marketplace; to create a fair and just marketplace for all.

## Products & Services
- **Unbiased Product Ratings & Reviews**: Rigorous, independent testing and research covering 10,000+ products and services across categories like appliances, electronics, cars, and more.
- **Investigative Journalism & Advocacy**: In-depth reporting on safety, sustainability, financial fairness, and digital rights; policy advocacy to strengthen consumer protections.
- **Digital Testing & Research**: Evaluating digital products, privacy practices, and emerging technologies to inform consumers and regulators.
- **AskCR (AI-Powered Advisor)**: A pro-consumer AI agent that answers product-related questions with plain language and links to CR articles, built with a focus on loyalty to consumer interests.
- **CR Fellowship & Innovation Lab**: Programs for researchers, technologists, and entrepreneurs to build a better marketplace through design partnerships, beta testing, and code contributions.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not applicable (nonprofit); annual revenue of $249.7M (LinkedIn, 2025)
- **Key Metric**: Total funding of $2.2M (2 prior funding rounds, likely grants); 5+ million members (consumerreports.org)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Digital Economy Lab (research collaboration on consumer-centric AI agents); no traditional venture investors as a nonprofit
- **Growth Signals**: Headcount of 479 employees (+0.7% YoY); launching AI-powered tools (AskCR); expanding audience development and digital strategy roles; focus on four strategic areas (Safety, Sustainability, Financial Fairness, Digital Rights)

## Competitive Advantages
- **Independence**: No advertising, sponsorships, or free samples for testing – funded by member subscriptions and donations, ensuring unbiased reviews.
- **Trust & Legacy**: 85+ years of advancing consumer interests with a strong brand reputation for credibility and rigor.
- **Evidence-Based Influence**: Testing and research directly shape purchasing decisions, corporate behavior, and public policy.
- **Large Engaged Membership**: Over 5 million members who actively participate in advocacy and product evaluation.

## Strategic Focus
- **Four Pillars**: Safety, Sustainability, Financial Fairness, and Digital Rights – pursuing positive change in the marketplace across these areas.
- **AI & Digital Innovation**: Building pro-consumer AI agents (e.g., AskCR) and collaborating with research partners to ensure emerging technologies serve consumer interests.
- **Audience Growth**: Expanding digital presence and audience development to reach more consumers in an era of information distrust.
- **Diversity & Inclusion**: Committed to hiring a diverse workforce and fostering a sense of belonging for all employees.

## Why Work Here
- **Mission-Driven Culture**: Employees are passionate about serving consumers and making a tangible impact on safety, fairness, and transparency.
- **Flexible Work Environment**: Positions are designated Fully Onsite, Hybrid, or Fully Remote depending on business needs; hybrid roles available in Yonkers, NY, Washington, DC, and Colchester, CT.
- **Comprehensive Benefits**: Best-in-class medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401k with employer match and contribution; generous parental leave; flexible vacation and holiday schedules; dependent care reimbursements; employee store and auction for tested products.
- **Engineering & AI Opportunities**: Growing technology team with roles like Senior Full Stack Software Engineer (AI Applications), Data Science, and Quality Assurance; focus on building ethical AI and digital tools.
- **Inclusive Workplace**: Strong emphasis on diversity, equity, and belonging; Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

## Sources
1. [Consumer Reports Careers Page](https://www.consumerreports.org/careers/landing-page/)
2. [Consumer Reports Jobs on Greenhouse](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/consumerreports)
3. [Consumer Reports - What We Do](https://www.consumerreports.org/about-us/what-we-do/)
4. [Consumer Reports LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/consumer-reports)
5. [Consumer Reports Innovation](https://innovation.consumerreports.org/)

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