Senior Scientist, Product Innovation

Kimberly-Clark Corporation; Neenah (WI); Hybrid; USD 105,740 - 130,620; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range in Benefits section

Target bonus eligibility

401(k) and profit-sharing

Flexible work model (remote + in‑per‑l

Job summary

Kimberly-Clark Corporation in Neenah, WI, is seeking a Senior Scientist – Product to lead learning plans, partner with R&D and marketing, and advance consumer and technical studies across iconic brands.

The role emphasizes product design, substantiation of claims, cross‑functional collaboration, and mentoring junior developers while ensuring safety, quality, and sustainability standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related major scientific or engineering discipline (may include other relevant disciplines).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in technical or operational assignments.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.
• Experience in product development and/or technology development preferred.
• Experience executing consumer and/or technical/scientific product studies.
• Strengths in scientific experimentation methods and data analysis.
• Experience leading consumer and technical research studies.
• Experience leading product design changes.
• Ability to work independently or in a team to meet deadlines.
• RD experience across disciplines.
• Strong understanding of Adult and Feminine Care products and brands.
• Strong mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with R&D project lead, marketing, and Personal Care R&D to develop product learning plans and guide projects from idea to execution.
• Lead interaction with marketing to ensure product design aligns with concept and strategy.
• Champion product design and learning plans for Poise and Depend light-end innovation programs.
• Champion claims substantiation and visualization development to bring innovations to life.
• Protect proprietary product and technology through patents and trade secrets.
• Document key findings and coach junior team members in documentation practices.
• Develop deep product expertise and support cross-functional teams with value/cost optimization and competitive claims.
• Link across projects to solve complex complaints and manufacturing issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, regulatory, and sustainability requirements.
• Interface with other work streams to drive business success.
• Provide coaching and mentorship to junior Product Developers.

Skills

Product development

Consumer studies

Scientific experimentation

Mentoring

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in scientific or engineering discipline

Job description

Kimberly-Clark Corporation in Neenah, WI, is seeking a Senior Scientist – Product to lead learning plans, partner with R&D and marketing, and advance consumer and technical studies across iconic brands.

The role emphasizes product design, substantiation of claims, cross‑functional collaboration, and mentoring junior developers while ensuring safety, quality, and sustainability standards.