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J&J Family of Companies Principle Scientist R&D in Skåne, Sweden
Principle Scientist R&D - 2407023490W
Description
Kenvue is currently recruiting for:
Principle Scientist R&D
This position is a temporary position till June 2025, reports into Senior Director R&D and is based at Helsingborg, Sweden.
Who we are
At Kenvue (http://kenvue.com/careers) , 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 OTC brands such as NICORETTE®, IPREN®, LIVOSTIN®, IMODIUM®, PEPCID® and consumer health brands like NEUTROGENA®, LISTERINE®, NATUSAN®, PIZ BUIN® and o.b. ®. Our employees share a digital-first mindset, an approach to innovation grounded in deep human insights, and a commitment to continually earning a place for our products in consumers’ hearts and homes.
The Kenvue site in Helsingborg, Sweden is the home of the strong and growing brand NICORETTE®, a global market leader in smoking cessation. In 2021 our production facility was recognized as a Lighthouse by World Economic Forum, marking us as a beacon in The Fourth Industrial Revolution.
The Helsingborg site is one of the largest employers in the city of Helsingborg, and the business is divided in two separate departments: Operations, where we house our manufacturing activities and R & D, our global development center for excellence working in three therapeutic areas for selfcare treatments: Smoking Cessation, Digestive Health and Cough & Cold. For more information, click here (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XhsbOsBiX_M)
What you will do
As Principle Scientist R&D, you will be responsible for identifying, assessing, and developing new scientific concepts and technologies, ensuring quality conduct of projects, and making timely technical decisions. You will work independently to perform research of a complex nature and modify methodology to improve the quality, accuracy, and usefulness of data:
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute research plans and experiments to support the development of new cough and cold products.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and evaluate new product opportunities.
Analyze and interpret data to draw conclusions and make recommendations for product development.
Stay up to date with industry trends and advancements in treatments.
Present findings and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders.
Lead and mentor junior scientists in the R&D team.
Lead and manage research projects to identify and develop new scientific concepts and technologies in alignment with business goals
Provide scientific direction and leadership to laboratory scientists and technicians to ensure quality conduct of projects
Coordinate activities with external contract laboratories and manufacturing sites to ensure project timelines and milestones are met
Develop and mentor staff to provide employee growth and ensure scientific integrity and quality of all data produced
Present on programs at senior management meetings to influence decision-making at Top-to-Top levels
Continuously improve the development of new or refined materials, processes, products and/or scientific procedures
Qualifications
What we are looking for
Required Qualifications
Master's degree in a relevant field, such as pharmaceutical sciences or chemistry.
6-8 years of experience in a related role, with a proven track record of success in developing new products.
Strong analytical skills and the ability to synthesize forecast and predict outcomes on the basis of complex business data and reports.
Excellent communication abilities.
Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.
Desired Qualifications
Experience leading and mentoring junior scientists.
Experience leading with key enabling functions and enabling business growth, development, and innovation.
Proven ability to influence decision-making at Top-to-Top levels within and across organizations, both internally and externally.
Ability to lead effectively through ambiguity, conflict, and complexity.
Demonstrated track record of success in all behaviors of our Leadership Imperatives.
What’s in it for you
Competitive Benefit Package
Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time & More!
Learning & Development Opportunities
Employee Resource Groups
Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment 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.
Primary Location Europe/Middle East/Africa-Sweden-Skåne-Helsingborg
Job Function R&D
Req ID: 2407023490W
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