LEAD SCIENTIST MATERIALS
USA-WI-Neenah · Mid · Full-time
No sponsorship$15k-$30kDetected 7 hours ago
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odds of building a lasting career here
42Risky
Cap-exempt (no lottery)0
Sponsors this role100
Entry-level history0
PERM / green-card track0
Lottery odds (Level I)39
Fits your clock70
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Green-card filing pattern in this occupation
Context, not a finding about this posting: of this employer's 169 green-card filings in this occupation, 99% were for a worker who already held the job.
Green-card follow-through: 88%
Of 120 labor certifications old enough to have been used, 15 expired without the employer filing the next step. Median time from filing to decision: 493 days.99% of their filings were for a worker who already held the job.Only certifications past the 180-day window are counted — recent ones cannot have expired yet.
Reported a layoff in this occupation
In a green-card filing decided 2026-06-17, this employer stated it had laid off workers in Software Developers (CA) during the preceding six months. 3 such filings on record.Describes the period before that filing, not necessarily today. Unlike WARN notices this is occupation-specific and federal.
Files H-1B transfers
233 transfer filings in the last year, covering 1907 workers. Median labor-condition decision: 7 days. An employer that already files transfers is one that can take over an existing H-1B.
Sourced from Department of Labor LCA, PERM and prevailing-wage disclosure data. Employer matching is by name, so figures may be split across an employer's legal entities. Absence of a filing means none appears in our copy of the data, not that none exists.
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About the role
- Join the team behind iconic brands like Huggies®, Kleenex®, Cottonelle®, Scott®, Kotex®, Poise®, Depend®, and Kimberly-Clark Professional® At Kimberly-Clark, it's all here for you-innovation, growth, and the chance to make a real impact.
- exploring uncharted questions, engineering innovative solutions, advancing scientific understanding, and constantly pushing the boundaries of what's possible.
- You want to be part of a performance culture dedicated to solving real-world problems with purpose and precision.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with Product teams to understand consumer needs and product performance targets.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or advanced degree in related scientific or engineering discipline.
- 2+ years of industry experience in research or engineering, product/material development, project management roles or other related experience.
- A demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and across functional boundaries to complete projects within required timeframes.
- Exceptional skills effectively communicating/translating complex technical concepts to others.
- Travel up to 15-30% if needed, including some international travel.
Nice to have
- Experience with vendor management.
- Experience analyzing material and impact on product performance.
- Experience in materials development including translating material development needs from prototype to commercial scale demonstrations, completing material and product validations.
- International experience in a global organization.
- Led by Purpose. Driven by You.
- We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we're committed to providing them with the resources they need to be successful.
- If you're looking for a rewarding career with a company that cares about its employees, then Kimberly-Clark is the place for you.
- For a complete overview, see www.mykcbenefits.com
Compensation
- 87,260 - 107,780 USD
- At Kimberly-Clark, pay is just one aspect of our total rewards package, which also includes a variety of benefits and opportunities to achieve, thrive and grow.
- Along with base pay, this position offers eligibility for a target bonus and a comprehensive benefits suite, including our 401(k) and Profit Sharing plan.
- The anticipated base pay range for this role is provided above for a fully qualified hire.
- Actual pay will depend on several factors, such as location, role, skills, performance, and experience.
- Please note that the stated pay range applies to US locations only.
Benefits
- You want to work in an environment that promotes sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development.
Company info
- For a complete overview, see www.mykcbenefits.com Flex That Works at Kimberly-Clark We believe great work happens when people come together with purpose.
- That's why we offer a flexible work model that blends remote work with intentional in-person collaboration - helping you connect, grow, and innovate while maintaining the balance you value.
Visa & Work Authorization
- This role is available for local candidates already authorized to work in the role's country only.
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