Job Description
Our client is an industry leader in the research, development, and production of high-quality dietary supplements and nutritional products. They are now looking for a Formulation Scientist.
Salary/Hourly Rate:
$60k - $70k
Position Overview:
The Formulation Scientist will lead the formulation and optimization of new and existing dietary supplements. This position is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced R&D environment. The Formulation Scientist will manage formulation development from concept through scale-up, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards.
Responsibilities of the Formulation Scientist:
- Develop and optimize product formulations which could include powders, capsules, tablets, gummies, and syrups.
- Support new product launches by leading formulation design, testing, and analytical evaluations.
- Collaborate with manufacturing teams to troubleshoot and improve processes.
- Qualify new raw materials and work with suppliers.
- Manage multiple projects, ensuring timely completion and documentation accuracy.
- Conduct benchtop, pilot, and scale-up trials.
- Operate and maintain laboratory and process equipment.
- Ensure product compliance with SOPs, cGMPs, and all relevant quality standards.
- Maintain lab inventory, perform equipment sanitation, and ensure an organized, safe working environment.
Required Experience/Skills for the Formulation Scientist:
- 1+ years of experience in the dietary supplement, nutritional, food, beverage, or pharmaceutical industry.
- Familiarity with product formulation and dosage form development (tablets, capsules, powders).
Preferred Experience/Skills for the Formulation Scientist:
- 2 years of experience in the dietary supplement, nutritional, food, beverage, or pharmaceutical industry.
- Demonstrated success managing multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced R&D setting.
- Familiarity with analytical testing methods, stability studies, and scale-up procedures.
Education Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Food Science, Pharmaceutical Science, or a related science is preferred for the Formulation Scientist.
Benefits:
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- PTO, medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Additional employee benefits available.
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Position ID: 158552