Associate Scientist

What we do

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.

Who We Are

Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated. We are 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 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.

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JOB TITLE : ASSOCIATE SCIENTIST, ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY

Company : Kenvue, JNTL Consumer Health India Pvt Limited

Location : Mulund, City : Mumbai, Country : India

Department : R&D Analytical Operations

Function : Analytical Chemistry

ABOUT THE ROLE

The objective of this position is to deliver analytical services to various Kenvue Consumer Health Global R&D sites for multiple product categories under various franchises such as Self Care (OTC drugs), Skin Health and Essential Health (Baby care, Oral Care, etc.) etc.

The Associate Scientist position will be a part of the team that is responsible for analytical deliverables of new product development projects, support changes to commercial products and specific research-based activities assigned as a part of Global operations. The key role is to deliver the analytical testing and related documentation activities with a compliance focus under the supervision of the team leader.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• ANALYTICAL DETERMINATIONS AND TECHNICAL ASSESSMENTS :

• Ensure qualification on assigned analytical technologies and instrumentation for testing capabilities.
• Conduct testing on assigned analytical technologies such as HPLC/ UPLC, GC, IC, AAS etc.
• Execute the assigned stability testing for shelf-life assessment of stability studies.
• Responsible for method validation activities including technical documentation under the guidance of the team leader.
• Participate in method transfer process regarding testing activities under supervision.
• SUPPORT TO EQUIPMENT MANAGEMENT PROGRAM :
• Responsible for assigned calibration activities for lab instrumentation and technology.
• TECHNICAL DOCUMENTATION :
• Partner with key responsible for providing data in technical documents e.g. stability reports, method transfer, method validation protocol and reports, etc.
• LAB PROCESS/QUALITY SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT:

• Diligently follow and execute (as required) assigned responsibilities in compliance with critical laboratory processes and quality systems.
• Focus on basic lab processes and requirements during work and escalate wherever required.
• ENGAGEMENT ON SITE INITIATIVES:
• Participate and collaborate with site cross functional teams for assigned deliverables when nominated on such forums.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

• Basic technical expertise related to chemistry, analytical techniques, stability study assessment
• Diligent execution of analytical projects with a right first-time approach.
• Basic knowledge of current GMP, quality systems, site specific SOPs, regional/Global technical requirements

• Overall awareness related to instrumentation principles and working, good documentation practices, data integrity aspects, etc.
• Ability to work with digital tools and software applications

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

• Ability to grasp technical/compliance requirements and execute assigned work to meet the key performance indicators
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Challenges the status quo and brings innovative ideas and suggestions
• Displays technical curiosity and self-initiative to deliver beyond usual activities
• Good interpersonal skills to partner within team

EDUCATION/WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Minimum MSc, B Pharm, M. Pharm, Ph.D. or equivalent science stream
• Other Skills: MS office advanced
• Work experience : Minimum 1 to 3 years in Analytical development, Quality Control or related functions in healthcare/pharma/FMCG sector with exposure to GMP, 21 CFR Compliance and Quality environment preferred.

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