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Full time tenure track faculty with research and teaching experience LOCATION Chicago, Illinois, USA POSITION Principal Technology Scientist RESPONSIBILITIES - Leads advanced level oral care technology research into new technologies for chewing gum, confectionery or nutritional/pharmaceutical products to provide the basis for new product development or product improvements, and serves as a key contact with the dental research community. - Leads advanced level technology development research programs (medium and long-term) which will deliver new technologies with tangible impact on growth and profit. Work is focused on the identification, development and delivery of new and efficacious technologies that deliver specific oral health benefits (such as improved tooth strengthening, tooth whitening, reduction of dental biofilms, breath freshening, etc), through new ingredient technologies. - Accountable for major research projects; supervises team members on these projects as required with work plans, research and reports; provides guidance and assistance to less experienced associates in achieving their job goals and successful completion of research projects. - Identify, initiate and manage outside consultants for project research and monitors their progress to ensure their results are consistent with sound principles and procedures. - Works with Marketing and other internal partners (including Claims Support) to establish strong oral health claims as needed through internal and/or external research. - Applies professional knowledge and experience in developing research concepts related to products needs; identifies problem areas, patentable opportunities and competitive advantages and develops and implements research projects related to their resolution. - Utilizes advanced bio-analytical/oral care instrumentation and characterization methods to conduct research projects; performs oral care physical/biological chemistry related research work on assigned projects focused on specific product enhancements or designated technology needs. - Assists Manager in the selection of new instrumentation and in assembling the capital expenditure budget. - Prepares summary reports with follow-up recommendations related to research work performed by the staff. - Stays updated on key developments in dental and oral care research, ingredients, claims, and products via literature reviews, conference attendance, and participation in professional association activities. - Performs other projects as assigned by the assigned, Manager or Director and other senior Wrigley personnel. QUALIFICATIONS - PhD or master’s degree in dental-related science or its equivalent is required. - Extensive (5-10 years) experience in oral health Research and Development and/or product development in leadership role - FMCG preferred - Strong leadership and project management skills with demonstrated ability to lead complex projects that involve technical factors and multiple departments - Proven track record of sound research as evidenced through patents, published literature and products to market - Excellent oral and written communication skills. SALARY Commensurate with experience STARTING DATE ASAP ADDRESS Wm. Wrigley Jr. Company. Apply at: http://jobs.wrigley.icims.com REMARKS: Equal Opportunity Employer