Senior Scientist – R&D Analytical (Technical Compliance) (FIXED TERM:12 MONTHS)

Senior Scientist – R&D Analytical (Technical Compliance) (FIXED TERM:12 MONTHS)

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:

CIENTISTA ESP

Location:

Latin America, Brazil, Sao Paulo, Sao Jose dos Campos

Work Location:

Fully Onsite

What you will do

This Senior Scientist will work on analytical deliverables on Self Care (OTC) projects, reviewing and writing technical documents in compliance with standard operating procedures and regulatory requirements ensuring also data integrity.  

• Review/elaborate analytical technical documents to support product development and life cycle management projects, including test method validation protocols and reports, stability studies, certificates of analysis, forced degradation studies, and other related documents applicable to raw materials and drug products, all in accordance with regulatory requirements from LATAM and US health authorities, as well as compliance policies.

• Review analytical raw data to ensure data integrity in the R&D environment.

• Perform and review statistical evaluations of data from stability and analytical validation studies.

• Assess analytical documents considering a compliance perspective.

• Periodic review of analytical documentation such as methods and validations following SOP.

• Collaborate effectively with project members following priorities, checkpoints and timelines to guarantee project milestones.

• Lead complexity and to work collaboratively in partnership with analytical areas in the globally.

• Find opportunities to improve processes or project timelines when appropriate.

• Communicate effectively with analytical leadership regarding issues that require escalation.

What we are looking for

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Chemistry Engineering or Pharmaceutical Chemistry. 

• Solid experience in the pharmaceutical industry in R&D Analytical

• A strong analytical background in HPLC, UPLC, GC and other analytical techniques is required.

• Experience with method validation, method transfer and stability study is required. 

• Knowledge about the regulations and/or guidelines related to method development & validation for drug products, drug substance is mandatory for this position.

• Advanced level of English is required for this position (oral for active participation in global meetings and written communication).

Desired Qualifications

• It is preferred that this candidate has strong technical writing skills.

• Intermediate or higher levels of Spanish can be considered a differential.

• Experience in Regulatory Affairs or CMC

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