Materials Junior Scientist

Job Overview We are seeking a Materials Junior Scientist to join our Kenvue team in Sao Jose dos Campos, Brazil . The position reports to the Materials R&D Manager and is based at São José dos Campos, Brazil. The role will support global and regional chemical raw material projects for Essential Health and Skin Health brands, ensuring business continuity through science for the Latin America portfolio. About Kenvue Kenvue is the house of iconic personal‑care brands, including Neutrogena, Aveeno, Tylenol, Listerine, Johnson’s, and Band‑Aid®. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we deliver everyday care that makes a difference. Key Responsibilities Qualify alternate raw material suppliers, owning the end‑to‑end process. Provide technical assessment, recommendation, and write reports for assigned raw materials. Prioritize and execute multiple projects with various business impact at the regional and global level. Assess impact of raw material changes on different types of formulations and coordinate changes implementation. Resolve issues with raw materials/products and processes. Identify process improvement opportunities to streamline and simplify procedures, documentation, and systems. Manage and coordinate low‑ and medium‑complexity projects with cross‑functional teams and SMEs, report metrics, and lead cross‑functional teams to implement projects. Work independently to drive technical resolutions. Required Qualifications Education: minimum Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field. Advanced level of English. Good communication and collaboration skills for teamwork. Ability to thrive in uncertain circumstances, adapt to changes in the work environment, and manage multiple tasks and competing demands. Desired Qualifications Previous experience with cosmetics products. Experience in implementing technical projects or supporting site issues in a manufacturing/production area. Benefits Competitive Total Rewards Package. Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time & More! Learning & Development Opportunities. Employee Resource Groups. Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability, please check our Disability Assistance page for information on how to request an accommodation. J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: São José dos Campos, São Paulo, BR

Posted Date: 11/2/2025