Analytical Principal Scientist

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.

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What you will do

Who we are

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. Our global team is made by 22,000 diverse and brilliant people, passionate about insights, innovation and committed to deliver the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means to have the power to impact life of 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: Manager, R&D Analytical

Location: Shanghai

Travel %:  10

Pay:   XXXX

What you will do

The Principal Scientist, R&D Analytical is responsible for supporting New Product Development/ Life Cycle Management projects for the Asia Pacific market by performing chemical analysis, providing guidance to staff, conducting advanced research programs, and developing research proposals to meet exploratory objectives in product discovery:

Key Responsibilities

·       Lead and manage analytical research projects in R&D department

·       Develop, optimize, validate and transfer analytical methods to support product development and life cycle management projects

·       Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive scientific advancements

·       Provide technical expertise in analytical instrumentation and data analysis

·       Stay current with industry trends and technologies to drive innovation

·       Provide expert guidance to staff members on analytical test evaluations and analyses and other projects

What we are looking for

Required Qualifications

·       Minimum BA/BS in Chemistry or equivalent science (e.g. Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry) with 8 years of proven working experience in Analytical Chemistry and/or Medicinal Chemistry

·       Proven track record of leading successful scientific projects

·       Strong knowledge of Asia Pacific Analytical and Stability requirements to support product launches, including EP, ChP, USP compendia requirements and ICH guidelines.

·       Experience working in Analytical Chemistry supporting new product development and life cycle management projects in a Consumer Health or Pharmaceutical environment

·       Strong knowledge in UPLC, HPLC, and GC to execute analytical test method development, validation, and optimization. 

Desired Qualifications

·       Experience working in Analytical Chemistry supporting new product development and life cycle management projects in a Consumer Health environment

·       Excellent communication and collaboration skills

·       Strong experience with Empower chromatography data system, using electronic laboratory notebooks (ELN), and LIMS systems.

·       Master’s or PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) in chemistry or a closely related field with a deep understanding of medicinal chemistry principles

What’s in it for you

·       Annual base salary for new hires in this position ranges from XXXX.  This takes into account a number of factors, including work location, the candidate’s skills, experience, education level & other job-related factors.        

·       Competitive Benefit Package*       

·       Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time, Summer Fridays & More!       

·       Learning & Development Opportunities        

·       Employee Resource Groups         

·       This list could vary based on location/region

*Note: Total Rewards at Kenvue include salary, bonus (if applicable) and benefits. Your Talent Access Partner will be able to share more about our total rewards offerings and the specific salary range for the relevant location(s) during the recruitment & hiring process.

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