Innovation Research Lead

Haleon

End-to-end nutrition product innovation experience
10 years ms or 8 years phd in rd
Food science, pharmacy, or biology background
The role involves leading early-stage innovation projects to drive profit for local star brands within the Haleon portfolio

Job Summary

  • The role involves leading early-stage innovation projects to drive profit for local star brands within the Haleon portfolio.
  • Candidates must ensure the voice of the consumer drives initiatives while collaborating with R&D, Commercial, and Supply Chain functions.
  • The position requires a strong track record in delivering nutrition or health food products with end-to-end innovation experience.

Matching Summary

The role involves leading early-stage innovation projects to drive profit for local star brands within the Haleon portfolio.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • End-to-end nutrition product innovation experience
  • 10 years MS or 8 years PhD in RD
  • Food science, Pharmacy, or Biology background
  • Cross-functional leadership in matrix organizations
  • Regulatory and safety compliance knowledge

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with mobility and MVM products
  • OTC category innovation expertise
  • Strong scientific literature awareness
  • External scouting and IP generation skills
  • Agile process improvement mindset

Key Requirements

  • Minimum MS degree (or PhD) in Food Science, Nutrition, Pharmacy, or related field
  • 10 years experience with MS degree; 8 years with PhD in innovation/R&D
  • Solid track record of nutrition/health food product delivery
  • Fluency in both Chinese and English required
  • Experience partnering with Regulatory and Clinical Development teams

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