Randy Washington, Ph.D.
About Randy Washington, Ph.D.
Randy Washington, Ph.D., is a Technology Principal (Manager) at SC Johnson in the United States, with a background in Biomedical Engineering, Physical Chemistry, and Chemistry/Polymer Science.
Title and Current Position
Randy Washington, Ph.D., holds the position of Technology Principal (Manager) at SC Johnson in the United States. In this role, he is responsible for managing various technological initiatives and product innovations at the company.
Education and Expertise
Randy Washington has an extensive academic background in Chemistry and Biomedical Engineering/Physical Chemistry. He holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry/Polymer Science from The University of Southern Mississippi (1994-1998) and completed Post-Doctoral Research at Florida State University in Biomedical Engineering/Physical Chemistry (1999-2002). He also earned a degree in Chemistry from Tougaloo College (1989-1991).
Role at SC Johnson
As the Technology Principal (Manager) at SC Johnson, Randy Washington has developed comprehensive product and technology roadmaps to drive innovation. He defines potential product ideas, outlines needed partnerships, and leverages suppliers and third-party manufacturers to deliver technical solutions. His role includes proactively identifying promising technologies and methodologies to support core, adjacent, and transformative innovations in product lines such as candles, aerosols, and gels.
Innovation and Product Development
Randy Washington's work at SC Johnson involves defining new ideas and creating innovative product offerings. He interacts with suppliers to provide product innovation and successful launches. His contributions ensure that products are differentiated through advanced technological research and integrated solution design, aligning with the company's strategic goals for ongoing product development.
Academic Background in Chemistry and Engineering
Randy Washington's academic journey in Chemistry and Biomedical Engineering/Physical Chemistry spans several years. He achieved his Ph.D. in Chemistry/Polymer Science from The University of Southern Mississippi and completed a Post-Doctoral Research tenure at Florida State University. His foundational studies in Chemistry were completed at Tougaloo College, equipping him with in-depth knowledge and expertise that support his leadership role in technology and innovation.