Senior Scientist, Research & Development

About This Role

This senior scientist role in Research & Development focuses on discovering and developing new scientific capabilities for Kenvue's Oral Care, Digestive Health, and Allergy R&D. The position involves leading the development of new molecular biology and immunology preclinical methods and designing studies to advance expertise in oral and systemic immune responses.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research directed toward the discovery and development of new scientific capabilities to enhance and diversify the expertise of Kenvue's Oral Care, Digestive Health, and Allergy R&D
• Seek out internal and external opportunities to grow scientific thought leadership
• Take a lead role in the development of new molecular biology and immunology preclinical methods to assess technologies and products in collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Stay up-to-date with the latest scientific advancements and technologies to inform research strategies and approaches
• Design and develop studies to advance and progress expertise and capabilities in the oral and systemic immune response related to oral care, digestive health, allergies, etc., that are predictive of clinical outcomes, provide mechanistic insights, or generate new, scientifically robust claims
• Patent intellectual property when feasible
• Communicate research results regularly, internally to partners and leaders, and externally at appropriate scientific conferences and professional engagements
• Publish scientific discoveries to help share the outcomes of research initiatives

Requirements

• Experience working with cell culture and tissue culture and 2D and 3D cell preclinical models and data analysis
• In-depth knowledge of immune response and inflammatory biomarkers related to oral health, digestive health, allergies, etc.
• 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 communication skills

Important Details

• Work format: Hybrid

About the Company

Kenvue is built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, housing iconic brands such as Neutrogena, Aveeno, Tylenol, Listerine, Johnson's, and Band-Aid. Its global team consists of approximately 22,000 diverse individuals passionate about insights, innovation, and delivering the best products to customers.