Principal Scientist, Technical Operations - Self Care (FIXED TERM- 12 MONTHS)

Mcneil Ab; São Paulo; Hybrid; BRL 40,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenvue is seeking a Principal Scientist for Technical Operations in Brazil (Hybrid). You will lead the Process Science agenda across multiple pharmaceutical platforms, driving innovation, industrialization, and manufacturing excellence.

You will collaborate with R&D, Quality, and Operations to ensure manufacturability, cost optimization, and regulatory compliance while mentoring a team of scientists.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy or Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Advanced English is required.
• Experience with pharmaceutical processes including validation, tech transfer and lifecycle management.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements (ANVISA/ COFEPRIS / FDA / ICH).

Responsibilities

• Lead Tech Ops Process Science across multiple pharmaceutical platforms.
• Drive innovation, industrialization, process excellence and technology deployment.
• Shape manufacturing capabilities and support business growth through innovation.
• Coordinate with regional/global stakeholders on scalable, compliant solutions.
• Oversee base business execution, transfers, cost reduction and efficiency projects.

Skills

Advanced English

Regulatory knowledge

Process development

Technology transfer

cGMP compliance

DOE

Education

Chemistry degree

Pharmacy degree

Chemical Engineering degree

Job description

Principal Scientist, Technical Operations - Self Care (FIXED TERM- 12 MONTHS)

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. For more information , .

Role reports to

GER ENG SR

Location

Latin America, Brazil, Sao Paulo, Sao Jose dos Campos

Work Location

Hybrid

What you will do

Lead Tech Ops Process Science agenda across multiple pharmaceutical products platforms, driving innovation, industrialization, process excellence, and technology deployment. This role is responsible for shaping manufacturing capabilities, supporting business growth through innovation, and partnering with regional and global stakeholders to develop scalable, sustainable, and competitive manufacturing solutions. The scope of work includes base business execution (INV/CAPA, troubleshooting, Rapid Response initiatives), life cycle management (technology transfers, cost reduction, efficiency improvement) and strategic projects (new technologies, network optimization, innovation, and digitization). The individual will drive work execution and decision making that is grounded in strong technical analysis, business orientation and compliance with Regulatory requirements and Corporate Quality standards. This position also requires management of a group of scientists.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop process science talents across multiple technologies for liquids, solids and semi-solids products, fostering a culture of innovation, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Drive the development, scale-up, and implementation of pharmaceutical technologies aligned with business strategy and long-term manufacturing roadmaps.
• Partner with R&D, Supply Chain, Quality, and Operations to ensure new products and raw materials are designed for manufacturability, quality, cost optimization, compliance, and operational excellence.
• Lead complex life cycle management projects for innovation, technology transfers, cost reduction, BCP development, manufacturing processes optimization or new technology implementation, ensuring successful transition from development to full-scale manufacturing.
• Lead investigations, root cause analyses, and technical assessments, supporting deviation management, CAPA and troubleshooting through strong and diversified technical principles to drive business decisions based on sound scientific rationale.
• Support manufacturing processes validations, cleaning & sanitization validations and production campaigns development.
• Work in close collaboration with local, regional and global teams to guarantee compliance, processes harmonization and leverage of best practices across manufacturing sites in Kenvue networking.
• Act as the technical authority for product, process, and equipment changes, supporting audits, inspections, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Manage expenses related to execution of innovation and life cycle management projects and report progress to Technical Operations regional leader.
• Represent the region in strategic planning discussions, including Three-Year Operating Plan (3YOP) activities, while partnering closely with Global Development and Innovation teams.
• Mentor and develop process science talents, building organizational capabilities and promoting best practices adoption.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Chemical Engineering or correlated areas is required
• Solid experience within the pharmaceutical or related industry.
• Advanced English is required.
• Strong experience with pharmaceutical or related industry processes and systems including product development, validation, technology transfer and life-cycle management of products
• Experience in technical writing, cGMP's, ANVISA / COFEPRIS / FDA / ICH regulations
• Solid knowledge of regulatory requirements in Brazil (it is a plus previous experience with ICH, FDA, etc.)
• Knowledge in statistics (DOE, process capability, control charts, etc)
• Demonstrated leadership skills to align multi-functional team members on delivering project commitments
• Ability to manage complexity and to work collaboratively with critical stakehol