Senior Scientist

Senior Scientist

Lo que hacemos

En Kenvue, nos damos cuenta del extraordinario poder del cuidado diario. Sobre la base de más de un siglo de herencia y arraigados en la ciencia, somos el hogar de marcas icónicas, incluidas NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO,® TYLENOL,® LISTERINE,® JOHNSON'S® y BAND-AID® que ya conoces y amas. La ciencia es nuestra pasión; El cuidado es nuestro talento.

Quiénes somos

Nuestro equipo global está formado por ~ 22.000 personas brillantes con una cultura laboral en la que cada voz importa y cada contribución es apreciada. Nos apasionan las ideas, innovación y comprometidos con la entrega de los mejores productos a nuestros clientes. Con experiencia y empatía, ser un Kenvuer significa tener el poder de impactar a millones de personas todos los días. Ponemos a las personas en primer lugar, nos preocupamos ferozmente, nos ganamos la confianza de la ciencia y resolvemos con coraje, ¡y tenemos oportunidades brillantes esperándote! Únase a nosotros para dar forma a nuestro futuro y al suyo. Para obtener más información, haga clic en aquí.

Role reports to:

Head of Translational Science Oral Care

Location:

North America, United States, New Jersey, Summit

Lugar de trabajo:

Totalmente in situ

What will you

The Senior Scientist will be responsible for conducting research directed toward discovery and development of new scientific capabilities to enhance and diversify the expertise of Kenvue Oral Care R&D. The selected candidate will seek out internal and external opportunities to grow our scientific thought leadership, taking a lead role in development of new microbiological tools to assess technologies and products in collaboration with cross-functional teams. The candidate will stay up-to-date with the latest scientific advancements and technologies to inform research strategies and approaches. The Senior Scientist will design and develop studies to advance and progress the expertise and capabilities in the microbiome innovation space. In-vitro biofilm models and cutting-edge assessment tools will be developed by the Senior Scientist that are predictive of clinical outcomes, provide mechanistic insights or generate new, scientifically robust, claims. Intellectual Property will be patented when feasible. Results of research will be communicated regularly, internally to partners and leaders, and externally at appropriate scientific conferences and professional engagements. Publication of scientific discoveries is encouraged to help share the outcomes of our research initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS

A minimum of a Master’s degree with 4 years of applied research experience OR a PhD with 2 years of applied research experience is required. A degree in Biology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences or a related major is required. Experience with the following is required:

· Microbial biofilm growth and microbiome profiling/characterization

· Biofilm analysis techniques (qPCR, Microbiome analysis methods such as: 16S rRNA gene sequencing, shotgun metagenomic sequencing, metagenomics)

· Biosafety Level 2 laboratory operations

· Ability to translate complex scientific topics into meaningful insights and actionable strategies.

· Ability to work independently and on a team

· Excellent oral and written communication skills and strong presentation skills

Previous experience with the following is preferred:

· Bioinformatics programming software such as R and experience with Machine Learning

· Detail-oriented and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously

· Proficient in computer software packages and literature searches

· Understanding of clinical and in situ study design

· Experience with imaging tools

· Peer reviewed publication and IP submission process with a proven track record of conducting and publishing impactful research in peer-reviewed journals

What's in it for you

$100,300.00 - $141,600.00

Esto tiene en cuenta una serie de factores que incluyen la ubicación del trabajo, las habilidades del candidato, la experiencia, el nivel de educación y otros factores relacionados con el trabajo.

Kenvue se enorgullece de ser un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades. Todos los solicitantes calificados recibirán consideración para el empleo basada en el mérito sin distinción de raza, color, religión, sexo, orientación sexual, identidad de género, edad, origen nacional o estado de veterano protegido y no serán discriminados por motivos de discapacidad.