Job Description

Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin, we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.

We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee.

At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.

Job Title: Product Research Lead

Job Location: Carlsbad

Assess and deliver differentiated, scientifically credible, consumer relevant technologies, enabling the brands to stay competitive in a fast-moving landscape.

The role sits at the intersection of science, consumer insights and brand strategy, transforming technologies and trends into sustainable, high-performing products

- Proactive influence and engagement to shape/develop and implement innovation strategy and pipeline to fuel business growth.

- R&D lead for innovation, driving the development of brand and platform innovation initiatives, and ensuring their successful implementation into product development projects.

- Develop science-based and consumer-centric pipeline of innovative technologies and products for our multigenerational platforms.

- Ensure alignment of innovation master plan by brand/category

Key Responsibilities

- UPSTREAM INNOVATION: Build a knowledge base and opportunity landscape to fuel and inspire future innovations.

Identify, assess and drive forward key innovation opportunities, leveraging consumer, technological and scientific insights, competitor watch, and integrating markets insights

Participate to Due Diligence on licensing and Business Development opportunities when applicable

- PROJECTS IDEATION: Partner with Global Marketing and regions to make competitive assessments and develop the Innovation Briefs. Generate and refine innovative product through scientific, technology, positioning/claims and formulation concepts

- PROJECTS EXECUTION: At Feasibility and Development stages, determine whether the concept is technically, scientifically and regulatory feasible. Support the development and qualification of the product to answer the brief

Drive the scientific concepts, technologies / hero ingredients and claims strategy at project level in close collaboration with marketing, regulatory, safety, product development, procurement and operations. Lead and coordinate the product evaluation & sensorial testing to support lead choice validation. Drive the consumers' acceptance qualification to ensure products meet consumer expectations and market needs. Support product claims and artwork development (claims, usage instructions)

- PRODUCTS LAUNCH: Support the marketing and medical teams for the scientific communication (claims, communication supports, HCP's toolkits, videos, trainings to lead markets, FAQs...)

- Represent R&D team at platform and projects level for stage gate governance in the Brand Committee and Portfolio Committee meetings

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Chemistry or related field required, or equivalent education and directly related years of experience.

• More than 5 years experience within cosmetics or OTC skincare franchise and products development in an international company (having formulation or products research experience will be preferred).

• Proven track record of designing, developing and launching innovative cosmetics or OTC products in a FMCG/FMCH international company

• Good understanding of the cosmetic environment, Strong consumer mindset, Solid technical formulation skills

• Ability to work within multi-functional teams, capacity to manage projects and coordinate teams in complex environments, capacity to challenge and influence

• Excellent oral and written communication skills at all levels within the organization, strong technical writing capability

• Proficiency in English

About the Compensation:

The base salary range for this role is determined based on several factors. These include but are not limited to job accountabilities; skill sets; experience and training; certifications; work location; competitive market rates and other business needs. At Galderma, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on a unique combination of factors for each role. A reasonable estimate of the hiring range for this role is $85,000 - $125,000.

In addition to base salary, we provide an opportunity to participate in an annual short-term incentive program that is based on corporate performance with a multiplier focused on individual performance. We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits program including health insurance, 401(k) plan with employer match, a generous paid time off policy, hybrid work schedules and more.

What we offer in return

You will be working for an organization that embraces diversity & inclusion and believe we will deliver better outcomes by reflecting the perspectives of our diverse customer base. You will also have access to a range of company benefits, including a competitive wage with shift differential, annual bonus opportunities and career advancement and cross-training.

Next Steps

• If your application is successful and your profile is a match, we will invite you for a first virtual conversation with the recruiter.

• The next step is a virtual conversation with the hiring manager

• The final step is a panel conversation with the extended team

Our people make a difference

At Galderma, you’ll work with people who are like you. And people that are different. We value what every member of our team brings. Professionalism, collaboration, and a friendly, supportive ethos is the perfect environment for people to thrive and excel in what they do.

Employer’s Rights:

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You will be evaluated in part based on your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not an employment contract, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.