Principal Scientist - Self-Care R&D

Principal Scientist - Self-Care R&D

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:

Manager, Self Care R&D

Location:

North America, United States, New Jersey, Summit

Work Location:

Fully Onsite

What you will do

The Principal Scientist, R&D is responsible for delivering against the Self-Care innovation pipeline and serving as a technical lead on product development and new product launches to deliver on unmet consumer needs. Self-Care is considered one of 3 strongholds within Kenvue and contains iconic brands such as TYLNEOL® ZYRTEC®, MOTRIN®, PEPCID®, IMODIUM® and more. The Self-Care segment has high aspirations and expectations to expand the portfolio with product innovation and scientific leadership.  With this expansion comes a need for experienced technical talent who can partner with commercial functions to understand consumer and HCP insights and deliver unparalleled scientific solutions, lead complex technical programs, and begin sharing this knowledge and expertise to help mold the scientists of the future.  We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Scientist to join our Self-Care R&D team. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong background in formulation and/or process development, including analyzing new science and consumer insights to help build a strategic innovation pipeline aligned with global brand needs.

Key Responsibilities:

This position will serve as technical lead on cross-functional project teams. They will work with the R&D organization as well as commercial and operations team members to develop and expand the Self Care pipeline as well as downstream product development activities.  Additional responsibilities of this role include the following:

• The Principal Scientist will be accountable for the design and execution of multiple projects concurrently.
• Close collaboration with commercial partners to understand consumer & HCP unmet needs to shape product and claims deliverables.
• Lead the design, formulation, and development of innovative pharmaceutical products, with a focus on solid and liquid dose forms.
• Design and execute strategies to overcome technical challenges in product formulation and manufacturing processes.
• Implement process improvements and troubleshooting to enhance product quality and manufacturing efficiency.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure seamless technology transfer from R&D to production.
• Ensure compliance with FDA regulations and GxP standards throughout the development process.
• Collaborate with regulatory affairs to ensure support FDA filings such as NDA, ANDA, 510K, RFD, etc., ensuring all documentation and data meet regulatory requirements.
• Stay current with regulatory guidelines and industry standards to ensure compliance and best practices.
• Develop and manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure successful project execution.
• Communicate complex scientific and technical information effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Mentor and develop future talent through direct and indirect guidance by foster a culture of collaboration and teamwork within the department.
• Review external literature, data sources and intellectual property to stay current and assess competitive threats, identify new trends and opportunities to drive growth.
• The Principal Scientist may draft and execute peer reviewed manuscripts, technical reports and communications and patent fillings as appropriate

• Influence and lead cross-functional teams through technical expertise and strategic vision.

What we are looking for
Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree with 6+ years or Master's Degree with 5+ years, or Ph.D. with 3+ years of relevant experience. Degree must be in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Biophysics, or a related field.
• Experience in product or process development within the consumer health care or pharmaceutical industry. Experience in late-stage development and commercialization is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in formulation development, process optimization, and/or analytical techniques. Experience with QbD (Quality by Design) principles is a plus.
• Knowledge and experience with regulatory requirements including ICH, FDA, compendia (e.g. USP, JP, EP, etc.) is highly preferred.
• Proven track record of managing complex projects, with strong organizational and leadership skills. Excellent project management skills, including timeline management, budget oversight, and team coordination.
• Flexibility in schedule to support global teams and willingness to travel up to 25% domestically and internationally.

Desired Qualifications:

• Proven experience in solid dose formulation and manufacturing (tablets, capsules, etc).
• Proven experience in formulation of liquid and semi-solids for topical and/or nasal application.
• Experience in supporting FDA filings such as NDA, PAS, ANDA, 510K, RFD, etc.
• Demonstrated leadership by influence and ability to mentor and develop team members.
• Foundational understanding of FDA regulations and guidelines for pharmaceutical product development.

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.