R&D Scientist (Analytical Methods)

About the role

Kimberly-Clark is hiring an R&D Scientist in Singapore to join the team behind brands such as Huggies, Kotex, Poise and Depend. The role focuses on winning with consumers and the market while placing safety, mutual respect and human dignity at the centre. It suits someone who wants to work in a performance culture dedicated to solving real-world problems, with a commitment to sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing and career development.

Key responsibilities

• Act as subject matter expert for the development, validation, implementation and ongoing management of analytical, physical and/or microbiological test methods.
• Manage and maintain the lifecycle of test methods to ensure optimal performance and compliance.
• Develop, draft and lead the execution of method validation, verification and/or transfer protocols and datasheets within project timelines.
• Work with global testing teams to apply analytical knowledge to new products, process problems, failure analysis, customer complaints and intellectual property.
• Provide guidance, coaching and training as required.
• Oversee stability and performance testing of formulated products, including developing and updating test methods, reviewing external regulatory standards and ensuring compliance with internal quality requirements.
• Review, verify and approve records and documents, ensuring data integrity, accuracy and compliance.
• Champion continuous improvement in the laboratory by enhancing quality standards and streamlining workflows.
• Collaborate with other scientists and product developers to develop test plans and support product development.
• Communicate project plans and results through documented work and formal technical reports.
• Protect internally developed methodologies and technologies through patents and trade secrets.
• Role model safe laboratory practice and contribute to a respectful, inclusive team.

Required profile

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or a related field; fresh graduates are welcome to apply.
• 2-4 years of analytical experience in liquid/gas chromatography and mass spectrometry, including applying methods in UPLC, HPLC, GC and GCMS.
• Experience with USP <51> and USP <61>.
• Local candidates only; no relocation support provided.

Required skills

• UPLC, HPLC, GC and GCMS
• USP <51> and USP <61>
• Preferred: validation, verification and transfer of analytical test methods
• Preferred: managing stability studies and analytical/metrology equipment, data analysis