Research Manager - Kenvue Brands LLC

Kenvue is currently recruiting for: Manager R&D Translational Science

This position reports to the Head of Translational Science Oral Care. Kenvue is currently in the process of moving its Global Headquarters from Skillman, NJ to Summit, NJ. This role is based in Summit, NJ but there may be a period of time during the transition that you must report to Skillman, 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® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent. Our global team is made up with 22,000 diverse and brilliant people, passionate about insights, innovation and committed to deliver the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means to have the power to impact 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.

Role reports to: Head Of Translational Science Oral Care

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

Travel %: 5%

Pay: $141,000 - $192,000

What will you do

The Manager R&D Translational Science, Oral Care is responsible for leading R&D teams focused on conducting foundational clinical and applied research for building the science around our one of our most iconic brands such as LISTERINE®. Team capabilities include Claims Strategy and Substantiation, Clinical Strategy and Consumer Science. This role will require partnering closely with Oral Care End to End Product Development and Marketing Partners to help shape and deliver the products, claims and communication pipelines to consumers and HCPs. External engagement is critical for identifying partnerships that will develop the future of care in these key categories as well as communication externally of the science behind our products. All of these activities are in collaboration with marketing, regulatory, legal, statistics/data management and business development.

The Manager of R&D Translational Science will also be responsible for a small team (3-4) subject matter experts and provide daily coaching and development.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, execute and analyze/interpret data from clinical studies focusing on assessing clinical safety and efficacy of oral care related technologies.
• Define pilots for new methodologies, define success criteria and test design. Design foundational studies to support oral care science and the benefit of Listerine.
• Internal and external focus to identify best in class methodologies, claims language and consumer- and HCP- facing communications that can be leveraged across various projects.
• Make recommendations on consumer centric methodologies that can be applied to various types of innovation projects.
• Partner with various stakeholders (i.e. R&D teams, data scientists) to identify how to leverage consumer and clinical data for claim innovation. Make recommendations on how to leverage data to accelerate decision making.
• Lead a team of scientists and guide their individual talent development

Qualifications

• Expertise in Biological Sciences; DMD/PhD/ MSc level 4-5 years (oral) clinical industry experience
• Clinical experience required (Pharma or Consumer); Oral care experience highly preferred
• Ability to design, set up, conduct and analyze/interpret clinical data
• Strong scientific foundation and critical thinking skills; knowledge of clinical biomarkers and evaluations preferred
• Experience with claims (designing & defending) language strongly preferred
• Capable of establishing & leading scientific programs
• Familiarity with Oral Care regulatory requirements a plus
• Able to write/present external posters and publications; interpret and present data to broad audience
• Lead a team of scientist (~4); able to guide and develop talent
• Being able to connect cross-functionally to determine testing needs for a variety of projects.
• Previous experience of managing a team of consumer/market researchers in FMCG, Health care, or research agencies.
• Up to 10% international travel may be needed.

What's in it for you

• Competitive Benefit Package
• Volunteering Days, Flexible Working, Health and Wellness Reimbursements and much more!
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Employee Resource Groups

*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 without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.