Wellness Analytics Lead, R&D Innovation

Haleon plc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 149,000 - 202,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

6 months paid parental leave

Job summary

The Haleon R&D organization seeks a senior analytical science leader based in Richmond, VA, to oversee projects delivering innovative wellness products. You will manage a team of analytical scientists, ensuring GMP/ICH compliance and timely execution across development stages.

You'll collaborate with New Product Development, Quality, and Supply Chain, drive method development and technology transfer, and mentor staff in a matrix environment while delivering results.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemistry or related field; analytical/separation science focus.
• 7+ years' analytical chemistry experience in regulated pharma/OTC/consumer products.
• Deep expertise in analytical/separation sciences and MS/Chromatography-based technologies.
• Experience implementing innovative analytical approaches to address product development challenges.
• Strong regulatory, quality, and compliance knowledge in pharma/OTC/consumer health environments.
• Proven ability to lead high-performing scientific teams in a matrix organization.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and cross-functional influence.
• Strategic thinker with problem-solving through collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Provides HR and technical oversight to a team of analytical scientists supporting R&D innovation/product development.
• Leads and allocates analytical resources for developing novel Wellness products across dosage forms.
• Ensures projects are planned and executed with sound technical principles and timelines.
• Ensures Analytical Development teams comply with GMP, ICH, and R&D policies and procedures.
• Supports technology transfer and manages departmental operations and laboratory facilities.
• Leads or participates in due diligence, new business opportunities, and product assessments as needed.
• Collaborates with internal and external partners to provide analytical chemistry support.
• Works with Quality & Supply Chain teams to direct analytical test method development, validation, and transfer to support commercial product testing.
• Leads efforts to enhance technical capabilities, develop analytical staff, and interface with R&D teams.
• Delivers effective presentations and tailored communications for internal and external partners, management, scientific communities, or Health Authorities.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Separation sciences

Mass spectrometry

Chromatography

Regulatory knowledge

GMP/ICH compliance

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Education

BS in Chemistry

PhD preferred

Job description

The Haleon R&D organization seeks a senior analytical science leader based in Richmond, VA, to oversee projects delivering innovative wellness products. You will manage a team of analytical scientists, ensuring GMP/ICH compliance and timely execution across development stages.

You'll collaborate with New Product Development, Quality, and Supply Chain, drive method development and technology transfer, and mentor staff in a matrix environment while delivering results.