Scientist, Baby R&D

Job Description

Kenvue is currently recruiting for-

Scientist, Baby R&D

This position reports into the Manager, Baby R&D and is based at Summit, NJ.

Who We Are-

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® Brand Adhesive Bandages that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent. Our global team is made up of ~ 22,000 diverse and brilliant people, 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 the life of 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 , watch us here -

Role reports to- Manager, Baby R&D

Location- Kenvue is currently in the process of moving its Global Headquarters from Skillman, NJ to Summit, NJ.This role is based in Skillman, NJ until mid Q2 2026 but there may be a period of time during the transition that you must report to Summit, NJ.

Travel %- Up to 10% travel both Domestic and International Travel

Pay- $68,000 to $109,825

What will you do-

The Scientist, Baby R&D will work closely with their manager to lead and devlelop new regional and/or global formulations and processes linked to the Baby brand strategy and pipeline, implement commercial innovation (regional rollouts), execute deliverables for regional and global projects, and collaborate with cross functional partners to ensure all timeline deliverables are met. They will also partner closely with all functions responsible during the product design, development, & commercialization phases to help understand and assess risk with the intention of bringing solutions to technical challenges that ensure successful product launches.

The Scientist, Baby R&D is responsible for-

• Develop technical end-to-end expertise in product design (formulation, prototyping), process development (scale-up, manufacturing process, validation), and product lifecycle management (post commercialization support, troubleshooting technical issues, product stewardship) through incorporation of consumer, category, business, and technical insights
• With manager oversight, lead development of regional and/or global formulations for new product initiatives that align to the Baby brand strategy and pipeline
• Proactively identify project obstacles / risks and troubleshoot issues by evaluating potential solutions to minimize impact through data & insights driven based risk-taking and decision making
• Develop ability to analyze & translate key trends into insights, understand our competitive set, and how our products, claims, and/or communication can be improved on points of uniqueness and differentiation to truly delight the consumer
• Perform lab formulation activities and stability analysis with hands-on involvement
• Define critical process parameters and work with the manufacturing sites to understand equipment, capabilities, and establish process controls
• Demonstrate technical understanding of formulation / ingredient technology, general chemistry principles, and process development
• Participate and collaborate in cross-functional regional and/or global project teams to deliver new products
• Plan and prioritize multiple projects / tasks to meet deliverables by monitoring progress of ongoing activities and communicating status updates to relevant stakeholders
• Maintain accurate and organized records of project documents, data, and materials
• Manage routine organizational processes and complexity
• Draft and complete technical documents such as peer reviewed manuscripts, development summary reports, specifications, patent fillings
• Follow established standards & processes (i.e. GDP, GLP) to ensure the department meets all quality, safety, and regulatory requirements
  
  

What We Are Looking For

Required-

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, Pharmacy with pharmaceutical or consumer (cosmetics, OTC) experience
• Minimum of 3 years of related experience or a Master’s degree with 1-2 years of related experience
• Ability to work cross-functionally in a team environment while being an individual contributor
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks
• Strong technical writing skills that facilitate the creation of documents that are complete & accurate
• Proficient oral and written communication skills
• Effective presentations skills that are used to communicate clearly & informatively
• MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) proficiency
  
  

Desired-

• Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Pharmacy
• Experience with consumer products, such as skin care, emulsions, cleansers, hair care, oral care, baby care and/or deodorant products
• Good technical foundation of formulated products including emulsions, surfactants, suspensions, structured liquids and an understanding of material chemistry
• Formulation, processing, and/or manufacturing experience
• Experience collaborating with external partners (manufacturing vendors), suppliers, and technical project management
• Familiarity with cGMP and other regulatory requirements
  
  

What’s in it for you-

• Competitive Total Rewards Package*
• Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time, & More!
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Employee Resource Groups
  
  

This list could vary based on location/region

• Note- Total Rewards at Kenvue include salary, bonus (if applicable) and benefits. Your Talent Access Partner will be able to share more about our total rewards offerings and the specific salary range for the relevant location(s) during the recruitment & hiring process.
  
  

Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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Primary Location

NA-US-New Jersey-Skillman

Job Function

R&D

Job Qualifications

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