Lead Scientist Formulations

Job Description

You’re not the person who will settle for just any role. Neither are we. Because we’re out to create Better Care for a Better World, and that takes a certain kind of person and teams who care about making a difference. Here, you’ll bring your professional expertise, talent, and drive to building and managing our portfolio of iconic, ground-breaking brands. In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU. 

The Global Research & Development (GR&D) Wipes Lead Scientist Formulations – Front End Innovation provides formulation expertise and leadership for developing technologies and formulations for global wet wipes and dry tissue.  This role resides within the GR&D Wipes Product Steward organization and will primarily be focused on supporting global wet wipe and dry tissue product development. This role partners closely with GR&D, KCNA R&D, Global Quality, Marketing, EHS and Segment R&D teams.  

In this role, you will:

Leads formulation development projects that meet consumer, quality, product safety and compliance needs. Delivers formulations per project timelines and IMF commitments.Develops creative technical solutions based on consumer insights, leveraging published scientific research, patent art, and deep understanding of cosmetic raw materials and formulation stability fundamentals.Works closely with Formulation Technical Leader and Formulation Team members to progress formulation development activities and design/carry-out lab experiments.Closely partners with Global and Regional R&D product development and Marketing teams to ensure work meets project needs. Builds strong relationships with at least one business to coordinate support.  Considers impact of new technologies on quality and manufacturing. Works with D&C to develop line-of-sight to commercial implementation at K-C or external facilities. Evaluates data and provides interpretation.  Makes connections between formulations, product performance and aging/stability data. Makes recommendations on product development activities.Communicates complicated technical information in a clear and engaging manner to non-technical audiences and builds credibility to gain buy-in on recommendations.Develops new technologies (or re-purpose technologies) and apply those technologies to deliver consumer-relevant benefits to meet business priorities.Leads/supports projects and carries out accountabilities with a collaborative mindset ensuring visibility of progress/results to all key stakeholders.

About Us

Huggies®. Kleenex®. Cottonelle®. Scott®. Kotex®. Poise®. Depend®. Kimberly-Clark Professional®. You already know our legendary brands—and so does the rest of the world. In fact, millions of people use Kimberly-Clark products every day. We know these amazing Kimberly-Clark products wouldn’t exist without talented professionals, like you.

At Kimberly-Clark, you’ll be part of the best team committed to driving innovation, growth and impact. We’re founded on more than 150 years of market leadership, and we’re always looking for new and better ways to perform – so there’s your open door of opportunity. It’s all here for you at Kimberly-Clark.

Led by Purpose. Driven by You.

About You

You perform at the highest level possible, and you appreciate a performance culture fueled by authentic caring.  You want to be part of a company actively dedicated to sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development.

You love what you do, especially when the work you do makes a difference. At Kimberly-Clark, we’re constantly exploring new ideas on how, when, and where we can best achieve results. When you join our team, you’ll experience Flex That Works: flexible (hybrid) work arrangements that empower you to have purposeful time in the office and partner with your leader to make flexibility work for both you and the business.

In one of our professional roles, you’ll focus on winning with consumers and the market, while putting safety, mutual respect, and human dignity at the center. To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in a chemistry related discipline such as Chemistry, Biology, Food Science, or Chemical Engineering; and 2+ years’ experience in a Research, Quality, or Manufacturing function or PhD.Experience leading small to moderate sized projects; Experience working in a chemical laboratory and expertise in lab practices.Basic understanding of experimental design, statistics and data analysis concepts; Basic experience with Excel, Word, and PowerPointTechnical expertise in formulation science. Experience in cosmetic product development and manufacturing such as wet wipes, is preferred.Demonstrated application of utilizing formulation expertise to drive action in product development and/or manufacturing, is preferred.Experience with data analysis and statistical software such as JMP or Minitab, is preferred; Knowledge of Cosmetic and/or OTC drug testing requirements, familiar with FDA requirements for regulated products, is preferred.

Total Benefits

Here are just a few of the benefits you’d enjoy working in this role for Kimberly-Clark. For a complete overview, see www.mykcbenefits.com.
 

Great support for good health with medical, dental, and vision coverage options with no waiting periods or pre-existing condition restrictions. Access to an on-site fitness center, occupational health nurse, and allowances for high-quality safety equipment.

Flexible Savings and spending accounts to maximize health care options and stretch dollars when caring for yourself or dependents.

Diverse income protection insurance options to protect yourself and your family in case of illness, injury, or other unexpected events.

Additional programs and support to continue your education, adopt a child, relocate, or even find temporary childcare.

To Be Considered

Click the Apply button and complete the online application process. A member of our recruiting team will review your application and follow up if you seem like a great fit for this role.

In the meantime, please check out the careers website.

And finally, the fine print….

For Kimberly-Clark to grow and prosper, we must be an inclusive organization that applies the diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands that make life better for people all around the world, which is why we seek to build a workforce that encompasses the experiences of our consumers.  When you bring your original thinking to Kimberly-Clark, you fuel the continued success of our enterprise. We are a committed equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position. 

Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check, and DMV check. 

Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply.

This role is available for local candidates already authorized to work in the role’s country only. Kimberly-Clark will support in-country relocation for the chosen candidate for the role. The benefits provided will be per the terms of Kimberly-Clark’s applicable mobility policies. The benefits/policy provided will be decided at Kimberly-Clark’s sole discretion.

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Grade 10/P2: grade level and / or compensation may vary based on location/country

Salary Range: 85,540 – 105,620 USD

At Kimberly-Clark, pay is just one aspect of our total rewards package, which also includes a variety of benefits and opportunities to achieve, thrive and grow. Along with base pay, this position offers eligibility for a target bonus and a comprehensive benefits suite, including our 401(k) and Profit Sharing plan. The anticipated base pay range for this role is provided above for a fully qualified hire. Actual pay will depend on several factors, such as location, role, skills, performance, and experience. Please note that the stated pay range applies to US locations only.

Primary LocationNeenah - West R&E Office

Additional Locations

Worker TypeEmployee

Worker Sub-TypeRegular

Time TypeFull time