Microbiology Scientist, Weybridge

Social network you want to login/join with: 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. 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 the 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. Develop test plans with Design of Experiments (DoE) principles to generate robust data packages 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 to 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 the product development process and Microbiology requirements within the Quality and compliance framework would be an advantage. Strong communication, influencing, and negotiation 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 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. Care to join us. Find out what life at Haleon is really like at

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