Lead Scientist - Product Development

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Exploring uncharted questions, engineering innovative solutions, advancing scientific understanding, and constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

As a Scientist in Kimberly-Clark’s Research & Development (R&D) team, you will develop, optimize, and implement changes in the product, process, material, or technology concepts.

You will help us shape the future and improve lives for billions of people around the world.

• Lead product development experiments to improve and define the future diaper specification in order to develop winning product propositions and substantiate claims.
• Support the development of and lead portions of the consumer learning plan in conjunction with Marketing Research and Innovation Testing teams.
• Facilitate discussions with marketing and legal and complete experiments and documentation to support claims substantiation.

Huggies®, Kleenex®, Cottonelle®, Scott®, Kotex®, Poise®, Depend®, Kimberly-Clark Professional®. Millions of people use Kimberly-Clark products every day. We’re founding a best team committed to driving innovation, growth and impact.

You perform at the highest level possible, appreciate a performance culture fueled by authentic caring, and value sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development.

Flex That Works: flexible (hybrid) work arrangements empower purposeful office time and flexibility work for both you and the business.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• 3 years or more of experience in product development, technology development, or executing consumer and technical/scientific studies.
• Strong communication skills.
• Demonstrated strengths in scientific experimentation, analysis and planning/organizing, and reading and comprehending technical literature (with summarization).
• 15–30% travel required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science.
• 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Significant work experience in a Research & Development organization.
• Experience executing consumer studies and product performance evaluation.
• Skills influencing peers and leaders.
• Experience in development and commercialization stages of product or technology development.
• Experience in various market research methodologies and test methods.
• Understanding of Baby and Child Care products, brands, business, and technologies.

Great support for good health—medical, dental, and vision coverage options with no waiting periods or pre‑existing condition restrictions. On‑site fitness center, occupational health nurse, and allowances for high‑quality safety equipment.

Flexible Savings and spending accounts maximize health care options and stretch dollars when caring for yourself or dependents.

Diverse income protection insurance options protect you and your family in case of illness, injury, or other unexpected events.

Additional programs and support continue education, adopt a child, relocate, or find temporary childcare.

Click Apply and complete the online application process. A recruiting team member will review your application and follow up if you seem like a great fit for this role.

Kimberly-Clark is a committed equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Employment is subject to verification of pre‑screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check, and DMV check.

Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply.

87,260 – 107,780 USD. Base pay range for this role is provided above. Actual pay will depend on several factors such as location, role, skills, performance, and experience. Pay range applies to US locations only.

Neenah - West R&E Office

Neenah - West R&E Office

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• Full-time

• Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Manufacturing