Lead Scientist Materials

Kimberly-Clark • Neenah, WI

2d • $87,260 - $107,780 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Lead Scientist Materials identifies material innovations that meet consumer and business needs within the Personal Care business and evaluates competitive technologies and innovation. The role provides leadership in a team environment to drive innovation from initial product and material prototypes through BVs and support the FEI process through MVC, MVP, and MVT. It works broadly with R&E, BG&I Marketing, I&A, the pilot plant, and other cross-functional disciplines. The position is based at the Neenah - West R&E Office and uses a flexible work model blending remote work with intentional in-person collaboration. It is available to local candidates already authorized to work in the role’s country; relocation support is not provided.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in engineering or a relevant scientific discipline.
• At least 2 years of relevant product, materials, or process experience across a variety of assignments.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Effective communication skills, including the ability to discuss technical issues in a business environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in material development of consumer products, non-wovens, design of experiments, and data analysis.
• Ability to work independently or lead small teams to complete assignments and related activities acceptably.
• Strength in building relationships and trust when working cross-functionally.
• Desire and awareness to seek and understand competitive technologies and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Identify material innovations aligned with consumer and business needs within the Personal Care business.
• Seek and understand competitive technologies and innovation.
• Provide team leadership to drive innovation from initial product and material prototype, BVs, and support the FEI process through MVC, MVP, and MVT.
• Collaborate with R&E, BG&I Marketing, I&A, the pilot plant, and cross-functional disciplines.

Benefits

• Flexible work model blending remote work with intentional in-person collaboration.
• Eligibility for a target bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits suite, including a 401(k) and Profit Sharing plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior