Reckitt · 18 hours ago
Senior Scientist, Human Milk Research
Evansville, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$99K/yr - $149K/yr
3+ years expReckitt is home to the world's best loved and trusted hygiene, health, and nutrition brands. They are seeking a collaborative and innovative Senior Scientist to join their Human Milk Research team, focusing on advancing the scientific understanding of human milk and its application in pediatric nutrition.
Cleaning ProductsHealth CareHome Health CareManufacturingMedicalProduct Design
Responsibilities
Design and execute research projects to enable highest-quality science focused on the composition, functional properties, and clinical use of human milk
Apply both traditional and future-looking analytical techniques and preclinical models to study human milk composition, functionality, and impact on health outcomes
Translate scientific findings into actionable insights for pediatric nutrition innovation
Communicate important human milk science insights in global forums including conferences, symposia, and expert panels
Publish in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals and represent the organization in impactful scientific communities
Establish and manage strong, strategic collaborations with leading academic institutions, research organizations, and technology partners
Serve as the scientific liaison for external projects, ensuring generation of highest-quality science, alignment with company objectives, and compliance with ethical standards
Work closely with internal Research & Development and business partners as well as external nutritional experts to adapt pioneering human milk science into the next generation of meaningful nutritional products for infants, children, and adults
Provide thoughtful scientific guidance to product development teams to ensure innovations are grounded in robust research and meaningful scientific insights
Oversee active collection, secure storage, and quality assurance of samples in our global human milk repository
Develop and maintain protocols for sample integrity, traceability, and ethical compliance
Manage and curate the human milk database, ensuring accurate data entry, secure storage, and accessibility of samples for research and analytics
Embrace and implement next-generation digital technologies including AI-driven analytics, -omics platforms, and data analysis and visualization tools to accelerate research outcomes
Drive digital transformation within human milk research workflows for enhanced data integration and interpretation
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. in Nutrition, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or related field (preferred), or M.S. with significant research experience
Minimum 3 years of research experience in human milk science, lactation biology, or nutrition science, preferably focused on pediatric and maternal nutrition
Robust understanding of milk composition, function, and physiology of lactation
Proven track record of managing research collaborations and delivering high-impact scientific outcomes
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, AI tools, and other relevant technical software is required
Strong proficiency in key milk research tools, including analytical techniques (e.g. proteomics, metabolomics, sequencing) and relevant preclinical models (e.g. in vitro, in vivo, ex vivo, in silico), with experience in study design & result interpretation
Strong understanding of digital tools for data analysis and research management
Experience executing and communicating on human milk research projects, with tangible outcomes such as peer-reviewed publications, presentations, and intellectual property
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Strong proficiency in both technical writing and oral presentation of science to a range of audiences
Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment, working both independently and collaboratively
Alliance mindset to build win-win collaborations within the team, cross-functionally within the organization, and externally with key partners
Benefits
Medical, prescription, dental, vision, and life and disability insurance
Paid time off for vacation, sick and Company recognized holidays
A 401(k) plan
16-week paid parental leave or 26 weeks for the birthing parent
Adoption and fertility support
Tuition reimbursement
Discounts
Company
Reckitt
Reckitt Benckiser Group is a consumer goods company makes health, hygiene and home products.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.92B2025-09-01Post Ipo Debt· $1.92B
2021-03-01IPO
Leadership Team
Arjun Purkayastha
SVP & Managing Director - Greater China & North Asia (总裁 - 大中华及北亚区)
Brioney Moore
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