Lead Research Scientist-Microbiology

Job Description

You’re not the person who will settle for just any role. Neither are we. Because we’re out to create Better Care for a Better World, and that takes a certain kind of person and teams who care about making a difference. Here, you’ll bring your professional expertise, talent, and drive to building and managing our portfolio of iconic, ground-breaking brands. In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU. 

In this role, you will:

Report to a Life Sciences Sr. Manager within our Global Research and Development organization.Conduct basic and applied research in microbiology and collaborate with scientists, marketing, sales, legal, and other subject matter experts to support the identification and evaluation of new technologies for healthy skin.Leverage novel test methods to support global claim substantiation.Translate technical findings into formats accessible to various audiences and can be based at our Neenah, WI or Roswell, GA Innovation Centers.

About Us

Huggies®. Kleenex®. Cottonelle®. Scott®. Kotex®. Poise®. Depend®. Kimberly-Clark Professional®. You already know our legendary brands—and so does the rest of the world. In fact, millions of people use Kimberly-Clark products every day. We know these amazing Kimberly-Clark products wouldn’t exist without talented professionals, like you.

At Kimberly-Clark, you’ll be part of the best team committed to driving innovation, growth and impact. We’re founded on more than 150 years of market leadership, and we’re always looking for new and better ways to perform – so there’s your open door of opportunity. It’s all here for you at Kimberly-Clark.

Led by Purpose. Driven by You.

About You

You perform at the highest level possible, and you appreciate a performance culture fueled by authentic caring.  You want to be part of a company actively dedicated to sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development.
You love what you do, especially when the work you do makes a difference. At Kimberly-Clark, we’re constantly exploring new ideas on how, when, and where we can best achieve results. When you join our team, you’ll experience Flex That Works: flexible (hybrid) work arrangements that empower you to have purposeful time in the office and partner with your leader to make flexibility work for both you and the business.

In one of our professional roles, you’ll focus on winning with consumers and the market, while putting safety, mutual respect, and human dignity at the center. To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:

Conduct bench and/or clinical microbiology research with scientific rigor to advance global or regional projects towards commercialization.Lead research projects and assess issues independently or with the guidance from a technical leader or mentor.Contribute as a team member on research projects related to skin, human microbiome, infection control, and other Life Sciences areas.Collaborate effectively with internal and/or external subject matter experts to deliver meaningful technologies for skin health that enable KCs business aspirations.Translate fundamental science and technology through literature research, robust in vitro screening, and/or clinical studies.Communicate findings in written and oral formats that are accessible and compelling to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Maintain laboratory records to document findings and support the procurement of intellectual property for discoveries.Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary cross-functional teams.Seek to expand and grow skills and capabilities through new projects, training, attending scientific conferences, and publishing externally.

Required Qualifications:

PhD in Microbiology, Medical Microbiology, Bacteriology, Microbial Physiology, Molecular Biology, or related field with 1+ years of industry experience.Master’s degree in microbiology, Medical Microbiology, Bacteriology, Microbial Physiology, Molecular Biology, or related field with 3+ years of industry experience.Expertise in culturing, propagating, enumerating, and analyzing microorganisms including fungi, bacteria, and/or viruses.Evidence of strong laboratory skills including analyzing microbial growth and inhibition in culture.Evidence of developing and leveraging novel methods for research, attaining protocol standardization, attention to detail and performing robust data analysis to deliver results.Able to maintain a safe environment appropriate for biological laboratory (BSL-2).Proven record of successful results working in multi-disciplinary, cross-functional teamsWilling to travel up to 10%.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience leveraging high-throughput sequencing or other molecular techniques.Experience with nucleic acid isolation, (qRT-PCR), and immunological assays for quantifying biological analytes.Computer coding experience (R, Python, JMP) for analysis of large data sets (bioinformatics), familiarity with biostatistical concepts.Experience with epithelial cell (skin) biology, primary cell culture techniques including media development, co-cultures, and in vitro tissue constructs.Knowledge/expertise regarding disposable consumer productsAbility to speak multiple languages is highly valued.

Total Benefits

Here are just a few of the benefits you’d enjoy working in this role for Kimberly-Clark. For a complete overview, see www.mykcbenefits.com.
 

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

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

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

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

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

In the meantime, please check out the careers website.

And finally, the fine print….

For Kimberly-Clark to grow and prosper, we must be an inclusive organization that applies the diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands that make life better for people all around the world.  We actively seek to build a workforce that reflects the experiences of our consumers.  When you bring your original thinking to Kimberly-Clark, you fuel the continued success of our enterprise. We are 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.

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position.

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

Salary Range: $85,550 - 60% = $105,600 USD

Total rewards at Kimberly-Clark include pay and a full benefits package. The anticipated base pay range for this job is listed above, and this position may also be eligible for a target bonus opportunity of a percentage of the base pay. Individual base pay levels will be based on multiple factors including, but are not limited to, location, role, skill set, and level of experience.

Additional information about the compensation and benefits for this role are available upon request. You may contact 866-444-4516 – when prompted for employee ID, say “OTHER CALLER” - or kcchrprod@service-now.com for assistance. You must include the six-digit Job # with your request.

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

Kimberly-Clark will support in-country relocation for the chosen candidate for the role. The benefits provided will be per the terms of Kimberly-Clark’s applicable mobility policies. The benefits/policy provided will be decided at Kimberly-Clark’s sole discretion.

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Primary LocationNeenah - West R&E Office

Additional LocationsRoswell Building 400

Worker TypeEmployee

Worker Sub-TypeRegular

Time TypeFull time