Microbiology Scientist

Microbiology Scientist

Hello. We’re Haleon . A new world-leading consumer health company. Shaped by all who join us. Together, we’re improving everyday health for billions of people. By growing and innovating our global portfolio of category-leading brands – including Sensodyne, Panadol, Advil, Voltaren, Theraflu, Otrivin, and Centrum – through a unique combination of deep human understanding and trusted science. What’s more, we’re achieving it in a company that we’re in control of. In an environment that we’re co-creating. And a culture that’s uniquely ours. Care to join us. It isn’t a question.

With category leading brands such as Sensodyne, Voltaren and Centrum, built on trusted science and human understanding, and combined with our passion, knowledge and expertise, we’re uniquely placed to do this and to grow a strong, successful business.

This is an exciting time to join us and help shape the future. It’s an opportunity to be part of something special.

Job Purpose

The Haleon Oral Healthcare R&D team supports the development of leading global brands in Consumer Healthcare. As part of OH Microbiology Research team, the Microbiology Scientist will be responsible for all microbiological aspects of R&D projects

Reporting to the Microbiology Research Team Leader, the role will provide microbiology testing, knowledge and expertise to support the delivery of new products, product development, innovations, methods, claims and technology development programmes that contribute to the growth of the Consumer Health Business. The role requires a collaborative, positive relationship with New Product Development, Innovation Research, Regulatory Affairs, Medical & Scientific Affairs and manufacturing Microbiology operations.
 

Key Responsibilities

Successfully manage R&D projects by providing technical input to project teams on microbiological aspects throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring Microbiology QbD principles and relevant regulatory requirements are built into project plans. Maintains a good project overview and understanding of business priorities and foresees potential issues, working proactively to provide solutions. Ensure appropriate microbiology testing is embedded in project plans and all results are delivered on time with all routine and non-routine Microbiological work performed following good scientific practice or GMP and in accordance with written procedures. Proactively seek to identify new, innovative capabilities to support new launches, microbiological claims and visualizations. Technically proficient as a microbiologist with evidence of ability to conduct a broad range of simple and complex microbiological research and/or testing. Drive to become a SME in Microbiology and associated research methodology, with an enthusiasm to maintain and expand knowledge alongside advancements in industry and the wider scientific field. Develops test plans with Design of Experiments (DoE) principles to generate robust data package for the new launch.  Maintain adherence to documented procedures for all aspects of laboratory work, ensuring that all relevant information concerning samples is recorded, that samples are handled correctly, and that all necessary records and quality data are maintained. Reviews internal and external microbiology data for projects, highlighting issues/alerts/outages along with appropriate action needed. Carry out root cause analysis and implement effective CAPA Ensure adherence of Quality and EHS practices and provide support for the internal and external audits and inspections.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology Specific knowledge of any of the following: Microbiology, Industrial microbiology, Oral Microbiology, Biofilms, Knowledge of Antimicrobials & preservatives

Required Skills & Experience:

Experience of working in a Microbiology laboratory, where independent design of experiments, testing and research are required A knowledge of product development process and Microbiology requirements within Quality and compliance framework would be an advantage Strong communication, influencing and negotiations skills using Technical expertise. Ability to facilitate alignment and collaboration across functions.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At Haleon we embrace our diverse workforce by creating an inclusive environment that celebrates our unique perspectives, generates curiosity to create unmatched understanding of each other, and promotes fair and equitable outcomes for everyone.

We’re striving to create a climate where we celebrate our diversity in all forms by treating each other with respect, listening to different viewpoints, supporting our communities, and creating a workplace where your authentic self belongs and thrives.

We believe in an agile working culture for all our roles. If flexibility is important to you, we encourage you to explore with our hiring team what the opportunities are.

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At Haleon we embrace our diverse workforce by creating an inclusive environment that celebrates our unique perspectives, generates curiosity to create unmatched understanding of each other, and promotes fair and equitable outcomes for everyone. We're striving to create a climate where we celebrate our diversity in all forms by treating each other with respect, listening to different viewpoints, supporting our communities, and creating a workplace where your authentic self belongs and thrives. We believe in an agile working culture for all our roles. If flexibility is important to you, we encourage you to explore with our hiring team what the opportunities are.

As you apply, we will ask you to share some personal information, which is entirely voluntary. We want to have an opportunity to consider a diverse pool of qualified candidates and this information will assist us in meeting that objective and in understanding how well we are doing against our inclusion and diversity ambitions. We would really appreciate it if you could take a few moments to complete it. Rest assured, Hiring Managers do not have access to this information and we will treat your information confidentially.

Haleon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, disability, genetic information, military service, covered/protected veteran status or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Please note that if you are a US Licensed Healthcare Professional or Healthcare Professional as defined by the laws of the state issuing your license, Haleon may be required to capture and report expenses Haleon incurs, on your behalf, in the event you are afforded an interview for employment. This capture of applicable transfers of value is necessary to ensure Haleon’s compliance to all federal and state US Transparency requirements.

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