Come work at the forefront of science - and help the brands you grew up with grow and evolve into the next generation. Job Title: Materials Associate Scientist [Fixed Term Contract] (2507030125W) Description: Kenvue is currently recruiting for: Materials Associate Scientist [Fixed Term Contract] This position reports to R&D Deployment Materials Senior Scientist and is based at Pomezia (Italy). Who we are: 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 Brand Adhesive Bandages that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent. Our global team is made up of 22,000 diverse and brilliant people, 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 the life of 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. What you will do: The Materials Associate Scientist delivers a technical lead to evaluate and execute projects to secure Business, ensure compliance, reduce complexity, and optimize costs of our Kenvue raw material portfolio (cosmetic and OTC). Responsible for leading and executing double sourcing qualification and managing changes (crisis, discontinuation, supplier-driven changes, and plant support) on the current raw material portfolio up to change implementation. Coordinate support functions (Procurement, Supply Chain, Manufacturing plants, Regulatory Affairs, Analytical, Microbiology, Quality, etc.) and assure project follow-up. Key Responsibilities: Provide technical support, evaluating the impact of changes related to the current raw material portfolio. Work with other global leads and functions to develop and manage Global Change Controls for multiple raw materials. Develop Global Change Control Plans and Deliverables and own Execution of the GCC. Prepare lab batches of semi-solid and liquid products to assess equivalency. Coordinate other business functions to evaluate the impact of the changes. Coordinate and interact with various internal departments such as Procurement, Analytical, IM/EM sites, QA, PD, Regulatory, Toxicology, Claims, and Suppliers. Conduct lab data statistical analysis and reporting (Minitab) for raw materials. Prepare Technical Justifications. Support manufacturing investigations and provide general technical service to guarantee business continuity. Seek guidance from other team members and direct Manager as needed. What we are looking for: Required Qualifications: Degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Pharmacy, or related field is preferred. 1-2 years’ experience in R&D Reformulation and/or Product Development (cosmetic & OTC). Ability to work independently and in a global environment. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Strong problem-solving, complexity management, and decision-making authority. Ability to collaborate with different areas (global cross-functional teams, suppliers). Strong passion for science, technology, innovation, and problem-solving. Working knowledge of TRU, CAPRI, Symphony is preferred. Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Primary Location: Kenvue is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. J-18808-Ljbffr