Senior Formulation Scientist

Our client is a large-scale manufacturing company that works with Fortune 500 companies and household brands to develop winning products. They’re seeking a talented Senior Formulation Scientist to join our dynamic team and drive innovation in the Over the Counter (OTC) pharmaceutical and supplement markets.

The Senior Formulation Scientist will play a pivotal role in designing and developing novel confectionary-based OTC drug and supplement products. This position requires a creative and methodical approach to formulation development, leveraging scientific expertise to create robust formulations that meet consumer needs and market demands.

This Role Offers:

Competitive salary package, inclusive of bonuses, comprehensive benefits (medical/dental/vision), 401(K) match, and more.

A culture characterized by high employee retention and minimal bureaucratic hurdles.

Stable financial positioning, with the company holding a significant market share.

A commitment to innovation, with dedicated operations for new product development and support for existing brands.

Unparalleled autonomy, allowing you to shape your career trajectory.

Focus:

Research and identify new ingredients and technologies to enhance product offerings in the confectionary OTC and supplement markets.

Translate consumer needs into actionable product formulations, ensuring alignment with market trends and regulatory requirements.

Conduct experiments and analyze data to evaluate product attributes such as texture, moisture, pH, and color, contributing to the development of comprehensive data packages.

Implement Design of Experiments to assess critical attributes of ingredients, products, and processes, providing sound technical recommendations for product enhancement.

Cultivate strategic partnerships with external industry leaders and internal stakeholders to drive innovation and explore new opportunities.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including quality assurance, procurement, supply chain, and manufacturing to address challenges and optimize product development processes.

Maintain the Development Laboratory's operational efficiency by managing equipment, ordering supplies, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols.

Stay updated on scientific trends and market insights by engaging with suppliers, participating in continuing education programs, and sharing knowledge within the organization.

Mentor junior scientists and peers, fostering a culture of learning and best practices within the team.

Skill Set:

Bachelor's degree in Pharmaceutical Science, Chemical Engineering, Food Science, Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline. Master's degree is preferred.

6+ years of experience in formulation or product development of OTC, Dietary Supplement, or food products.

Proficiency in statistical analysis tools and techniques for interpreting complex data and driving actionable insights.

Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information effectively to diverse audiences.

Demonstrated creativity, resourcefulness, and innovation in problem-solving and product development.

Familiarity with cGMP, Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and project management principles.

Working knowledge of confectionary manufacturing processes, ingredients, and product scale-up activities.

Familiarity with regulatory bodies such as the FDA and NSF, and experience in developing oral drug products under US monograph or NDA.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and relevant software applications, including statistical software tools (e.g., Minitab, Stat Graphics) for data analysis.

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