Global Brand R&D Lead, Topical Pain

Opella; Morristown (TN); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Opella is seeking a NA Brand R&D Lead - Topical Pain in Morristown, TN, to steer the end-to-end R&D strategy and execution for the North American topical pain portfolio. You will partner with Marketing, Sales, Regulatory, and Medical to translate science and consumer insights into consumer-focused products and strong growth.

The role requires 5+ years of R&D leadership, experience with OTC/NDA products, and a track record of cross-functional collaboration to drive innovative launches and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of R&D experience leading innovation pipelines and delivering product development for consumer health brands.
• Fluent in translating consumer insights into brand strategies and communicating complex concepts to diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the R&D innovation pipeline for North America Topical Pain brands, delivering new products and innovations.
• Drive short-, mid-, and long-term R&D projects including formulations, claims and packaging innovations.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Sales, Regulatory, and Medical to ensure on-time launches.

Skills

R&D leadership

Innovation pipeline management

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic brand planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline

Master’s or Ph.D. preferred

Job description

Opella is seeking a NA Brand R&D Lead - Topical Pain in Morristown, TN, to steer the end-to-end R&D strategy and execution for the North American topical pain portfolio. You will partner with Marketing, Sales, Regulatory, and Medical to translate science and consumer insights into consumer-focused products and strong growth.

The role requires 5+ years of R&D leadership, experience with OTC/NDA products, and a track record of cross-functional collaboration to drive innovative launches and