Principal Scientist, R&D Innovation

Principal Scientist, R&D Innovation

What we do

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Who We Are

Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated.  We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future–and yours. For more information, click here.

Role reports to:

Director, Front-End Innovation Self Care

Location:

North America, United States, New Jersey, Summit

Work Location:

Hybrid

What you will do

The Self Care Front-End Innovation Principal Scientist for will be responsible for researching, interpreting, and applying the latest advances in microbiome sciences, specifically within the oral microbiome and related benefit areas. The candidate will be expected to design clinical or pre-clinical microbiome evaluations, analyze and interpret data, present findings to different audiences and identify insights. The scientist will be expected to keep up with the literature, establish short- and long-term programs and identify new opportunities for research and collaborations.

This role will lead the development of Kenvue’s Oral Microbiome Innovation Strategy in relation to Oral health and disease and the Oral-Systemic health connection.

Success in this position requires close cross-functional partnership with Translational Science, Medical Affairs, Product Development, Regulatory, and Marketing to shape and deliver Innovation insights, product concepts, and communication strategies. Translation of the science behind our products and/or communication of the future vision for the Oral microbiome program to internal and external partners will be key for the overall leadership of this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct scientific research of existing literature in the space of Oral Microbiome  

• Design, execute and analyze/interpret data from clinical and preclinical studies. Design and interpret Microbiome analysis from clinical and preclinical studies in the area of Oral care

• Internal and external focus to identify best in class methodologies, claims language and consumer- and HCP- facing communications that can be leveraged across various projects.   

• Partner with various stakeholders (i.e. R&D teams, data scientists) to identify how to leverage consumer and clinical data for claim innovation.  Make recommendations on how to leverage data to accelerate decision making.

 

What We Are Looking For

Qualifications

• Expertise in Biological Sciences; DMD/MD/PhD + 2-3 years industry experience; MSc level +4-5 years related industry experience

• Experience and knowledge of the Oral microbiome required (Pharma or Consumer);

• Ability to design, set up, conduct and analyze/interpret clinical/preclinical data and microbiome analysis   

• Strong scientific foundation, intellectual curiosity and critical thinking skills;

• Capable of establishing & leading multiple research programs

• Familiarity with Self Care regulatory requirements a plus

• Able to write/present external posters and publications; interpret and present data to broad audience

• Being able to connect cross-functionally to determine testing needs for a variety of projects. 

• Up to 10% travel may be needed

What’s in it for you

$127,075.00 - $179,400.00

This takes into account a number of factors including work location, the candidate’s skills, experience, education level & other job-related factors.

Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.