Sr. Scientist Technical Operations (Finance)

Description

Kenvue is currently recruiting for:

Sr. Scientist Technical Operations

This position reports to the Manager, Process Science and will be located in Fort Washington, PA or Skillman/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, click here .

Role reports to: Manager, Process Science

Location: Fort Washington, PA and Skillman, NJ; 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 Requirement : 25%, primarily North America

Pay : $73,000 - $117,300

What you will do

As a member of the North America team in the Technical Operations (Process Science) department, this position provides technical support to commercial solid, liquid, and / or semi-solid pharmaceutical products, dietary supplements, new products in development, and technology transfer activities. You will engage in formulation and process development activities, characterization, process performance qualification, and continued process verification. Work is primarily focused on support of the External Manufacturing network for our Self Care OTC franchises.

The incumbent will ensure quality and compliance in all cGMP related activities, maintain all required training for the role, and follow standard operating procedures to complete the required work. Works with minimal direction. Influences internal and external cross-functional partners and stakeholders at multiple levels in the organization (such as Quality, R&D, and Supply Chain). Will maintain multiple projects at once.
Key Responsibilities:

• Design and complete experiments/deliverables at small and large /commercial scale to support project objectives that supports base business. Project tasks may include sample collection, in process testing, sample management, data analysis, etc.
• Prepare or approve technical memos or reports by analyzing data, developing conclusions and recommendations based on sound scientific principles.
• Partner with cross-functional peer group and management. Participate as a technical team member or technical representative on cross functional teams.
• Commercial business support including: change control deliverables/documentation, investigations, CAPAs, and APR data collection, analysis and review/approval. Write and/or approve standard operating procedures or provide input to SOPs, policies, and standards.
• Provide technical troubleshooting and recommendations using knowledge, experience, data analysis, and problem-solving tools to address sophisticated technical problems that may have a direct impact on commercial product quality or supply. May also prepare, review, or approve regulatory documents (e.g. related to NDA, ANDA, or SNDA).

What we are looking for

Education:

• Bachelor's of Science degree or equivalent in Engineering, Chemistry, Pharmacy or a related technical field required.

Experience and Skills:

Required:

• 4 years of pharmaceutical manufacturing related experience is required. Experience with solid and/or liquid oral dose manufacturing is required.
• Knowledge of GMPs, ICH, CFR is required.
• Experience in processes such as scale-up, process validation, product/process technical transfer, or product life cycle management/continued process verification is required.
• Solid understanding of scientific principles for liquid/semi-solid formulation development (i.e., solution, suspension, semi-solid), solid dosage development (i.e., immediate and delayed-release), and/or other formulation development (i.e., Nasal Spray, Eye drops, Lozenges, and sterile products) in support of scale-up and technology transfer is required.
• Strong process knowledge in liquid and/or solid dose such as mixing, filling, granulation, compression, and/or film-coating is required.
• Knowledge and understanding of sampling requirements and the collection and evaluation of data, from the process design stage through commercial production is required.
• Office deskwork is typical; may lift up to 30 lbs occasionally.

Preferred:

• Excellent interpersonal, influencing, communication, listening, negotiating and problem-solving/decision-making skills are preferred.
• Proficient in MS Office applications and data-based documentation and knowledge management systems.
• Knowledge in statistical software, statistical process control, and statistical analysis of experimental data.