Medical Principal Scientist

GSK • Warren, NJ

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Medical Principal Scientist is an owner and key connector of Haleon’s Wellness science to our consumer. This will be accomplished via breakthrough claims, robust scientific substantiation, and meaningful science storytelling for one or more innovation territories across Multivitamins & Minerals (MVM) and Digestive Health. This role shapes and executes evidence generation towards superiority and communication strategies, ensuring credible assets can be scaled for Operating Units globally.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in biomedical/health sciences/nutritional sciences.
• Demonstrated proficiency to connect consumer needs to scientific outcomes that progresses to breakthrough claims.
• Experience developing, leading and owning evidence generation strategies that deliver bold, superior claims and scientific substantiation in a regulated health or consumer health environment.
• Proven ability to translate complex scientific evidence into clear, compelling, compliant claims and communication.
• Experience working cross‑functionally with Legal, Commercial, and other R&D teams.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence team direction without direct line management and ability to adapt to rapid pace of innovation.

Nice To Haves

• PhD, MS/RDN, MD, PharmD or similarly trained healthcare professional with certifications relevant to Wellness consumers (e.g. RDN, LDN, DCN, etc.).
• 5+ years of experience in Medical/Scientific Affairs related role in pharma/consumer healthcare/food/dietary supplement industry.
• Familiarity with Board of Health guidelines on allowable claims and ingredients (including but not limited to the collocated regional BOH).
• Strong background in interpretation, evaluation, translation, and communication of science for consumer and healthcare professional audiences.
• Knowledge and expertise in human nutrition research, naturals/dietary supplements, and/or health & wellness preferred.
• Demonstrated strong scientific storytelling capability across visual and digital formats.
• Existing publication and presentation record in peer reviewed journals and congresses.
• Experience operating across global portfolios and multiple markets.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and Operating Units.
• Comfortable operating in fast‑paced, innovation‑driven environments.

Responsibilities

• Shape and execute global claims and scientific communication strategy for one or more innovation territories across MVM and Digestive Health.
• Partner with Wellness Category R&D teams, Operating Units, Global Commercial, Regulatory, Consumer Science, Legal and Advanced Research to design integrated evidence and communication strategies for Global Wellness Technical Platform programs.
• Lead evidence generation and substantiation activities in support of Global Wellness Technical Platform programs with focus towards superiority of consumer claims and IP.
• Translate scientific and clinical evidence into key claims, substantiation packages, and validated communication messages tailored for different markets.
• Develop and execute science/medical communication plans (i.e., CME, Ad Boards, Congresses) and scientific messaging as deemed appropriate.
• Deliver ready‑to‑deploy claims and communication toolkits including messaging frameworks, visuals, videos, demos, and content in partnership with Global Expert.
• Ensure alignment between science, claims, and communication to strengthen perceived efficacy, trust, and brand differentiation globally.
• Lead cross‑functional teams to ensure high‑quality, on‑time delivery across the innovation portfolio.
• Stay aware of the competitive claims landscape and new modalities for evidence generation including RWE, Digital/Decentral, devices/diagnostics and/or rapid consumer studies and how to apply that knowledge when assessing new product opportunities.
• Partners with a credible external network of KOL in MVM, Digestive Health and Clinical Science.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits program
• Generous 401(k) plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Time off programs
• 6 months paid parental leave
• Healthcare programs (company pays for the majority of medical coverage for employee and family)
• Discretionary bonus based on achievement of key business performance
• Other incentive/recognition programs

What This Job Offers

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