Principal Scientist, Translational Science & Claims Excellence

Principal Scientist, Translational Science & Claims Excellence

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:

EMEA Translational Science RD Director

Location:

Europe/Middle East/Africa, Italy, Lazio, Rome

Work Location:

Hybrid

What you will do

Kenvue is currently recruiting for:

Principal Scientist, Translational Science & Claims Excellence

This position reports into EMEA Translational Science Director and is based in Pomezia, Santa Palomba (Rome).

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.

What you will do

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a member of the EMEA Translational Science Claims Excellence team dedicated to the development of the claim’s strategy and implementation of claim roadmaps and creative claims support strategies for new product or claim innovation projects, working cross-functionally across R&D subject matter experts (consumer science, product design, medical affairs, regulatory affairs and others).
• Play a claims subject matter expert role in understanding the relevant science to provide contributions, translations and/or make recommendations to strengthen claims and or science storytelling to cross-functional and global project teams within R&D.
• Communicate and translate scientific and technical knowledge for consumer-facing and healthcare professional message development. 
• Develop strategies, study synopsis, and partner with clinical operations for execution of clinical studies to substantiate claims.
• Participate on regional, cross functional teams for evaluation of new product ideas and project implementation, providing active scientific contributions and ensuring timeline adherence and project completion of claims approvals and corresponding studies.
• Champion the Kenvue Human Centered Innovation mindset, claims process and claims system.

This position requires travel up to 10%.

What We’re Looking For:

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree with at least 5 years or Master’s/PhD degree with 3+ years of Consumer/Skin Health (or equivalent) industry and/or relevant work experience.  Education to include scientific fields such as health sciences, biology, chemistry, engineering, sensory, or cosmetic science is preferred.
• Experience in developing compelling claims & communication strategies and translating scientific evidence into robust claims substantiation.
• Must have ability and flexibility to work in a global environment.
• Ability to collaborate, influence, manage routine processes, consider measured risks, and make decisions to drive project progress are critical components of the role.
• Must be able to work independently, think analytically, manage multiple complex tasks, while also being highly meticulous and organized.
• The ability to work in a matrix environment with cross-functional teams and have excellent verbal and written communication skills is essential.

What’s in it for you

• Competitive Benefit Package
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Kenvuer Impact Networks

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.

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