Principal Scientist, U.S. Medical & Scientific Affairs – Wellness

Haleon • Warren Township, NJ

17h • $161,919 - $222,638 • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Principal Scientist, U.S. Medical & Scientific Affairs – Wellness, you will serve as a strategic scientific partner to the business, owning scientific claims strategy, driving evidence generation and translation, and shaping how trusted brands like Centrum, Emergen-C, and Benefiber are positioned in the U.S. market. This role is pivotal in transforming scientific and clinical evidence into claims, communications, and education initiatives that directly impact consumers and healthcare professionals at scale.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in biomedical, health, or related life sciences.
• 5+ years of experience in Medical/Scientific Affairs related role in pharma/consumer healthcare/CPG.
• Strong background in the interpretation, evaluation, translation, and communication of science for consumer and healthcare professional audiences.
• Proven ability to translate scientific evidence into claims and communications.
• Ability to convey complex scientific concepts in a clear, concise, and compelling manner.
• Highly organized and self-directed individual possessing excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• PhD, MD, MS/RDN, PharmD or similarly trained healthcare professional.
• Knowledge and expertise in wellness, human nutrition research, and naturals/dietary supplements.
• Strategic thinker, analytical, and solution-oriented with strong business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Lead medical and scientific strategy for assigned brands aligned to business priorities.
• Provide scientific leadership and influence to shape brand strategy, product positioning, and innovation direction.
• Act as a trusted advisor, driving cross-functional alignment and informed decision-making.
• Lead evidence generation strategies for innovation and marketed products.
• Own scientific claims strategy and substantiation, translating evidence into clear, compelling, and appropriate claims and messaging for consumer and HCP audiences.
• Ensure claims meet scientific and regulatory standards while enabling strong, differentiated communication.
• Apply innovative approaches (e.g., real-world data, decentralized/digital research, consumer experience studies) to strengthen evidence and consumer relevant claims.
• Develop and execute science communication strategies that translate evidence into engaging content for consumer and healthcare professional audiences.
• Lead creation of scientific content (e.g., publications, presentations, training, and consumer education), using scientific storytelling and visualization (e.g., infographics, digital media, and simplified data visuals) to make complex science clear, credible, and accessible.
• Build relationships with trusted KOLs and wellness thought leaders to generate insights, inform strategy, and strengthen scientific credibility.
• Serve as a scientific ambassador, ensuring Haleon’s science is effectively connected across expert and consumer channels.
• Partner across R&D, Regulatory, Legal, Commercial, and Consumer Science to translate science into claims and communications for the U.S. market.
• Lead medical review of promotional materials to ensure accuracy and alignment with scientific and regulatory expectations.
• Maintain deep expertise in assigned products, therapeutic areas, and regulatory context; proactively track emerging science to inform brand strategy and consumer/HCP education.
• Monitor the competitive claims landscape, scientific advancements, and consumer insights to identify opportunities and inform strategy.
• Ensure high-quality, timely delivery across initiatives.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Generous 401(k) plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Time off programs
• 6 months paid parental leave
• Healthcare programs where the company pays for the majority of your medical coverage for you and your family
• Opportunity to receive a discretionary bonus based on the achievement of key business performance
• Other incentive/recognition programs

What This Job Offers

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