Associate Scientist
$51K-$112K (Glassdoor est.)
Requisition Number:
VALA4950

Job Title:
Associate Scientist

Full Time:
Full Time - Regular

Shift:
1st Shift

Area of Interest:
Science & Technology

Location:
Valencia A-VAL-A

Job Description:
Associate Scientist, Product Development

Valencia, CA

HELP US BRING THE GIFT OF HEALTH TO LIFE.

Working at Pharmavite is an experience like no other. With a focus on complete nutrition for all, each endeavor is urgent and everyday counts. You'll have the opportunity to work on the #1 selling national vitamin and supplement brand, Nature Made, as well as an exciting portfolio of other products that are shaping the future of the healthy living industry. Consumer-driven innovation, high quality products and a promising portfolio, all driven by a team with a shared sense of purpose -- that's Pharmavite. Join us to bring the gift of health to life.

The Associate Scientist, Product Development is responsible for all aspects of the formulation, product/process development, scale up and commercialization of dietary supplement dosage forms. The Associate Scientist develops formulas to support stability, commercialization, and clinical studies for new product development. Associate Scientist, Product Development reports to the Manager, Product Development.

Critical contributions this role is counted on to deliver include:
Developing formulations and processes to support new product launches and meeting deliverables in a timely manner.
Coordinating and executing benchtop, pilot, manufacturing scale-up and verification batches.
Prepares samples for stability, consumer, and clinical testing while reviewing and approving protocols.
Working closely with technical operations and providing guidance for successful transfer and commercialization of formulas.
Effectively communicate in cross-functional team environment serving as a core member or scientific SME in solving formulation/process issues.
The ideal candidate is passionate about product development with demonstrated ability to drive multiple projects independently and within teams. You are highly process oriented and capable of making informed decisions based on knowledge and data.

You'll be most successful in this role if you have:
Comprehensive knowledge and practical experience with product/process development.
Demonstrated experience processing laboratory techniques and regulatory requirements.
Knowledgeable foundation in chemistry, mathematics, pharmaceutics and/or food science.
Ability to communicate and influence effectively in a cross-functional team environment with Marketing and Operations to establish strong rapport.
Demonstrates critical thinking and problem solve skills.
It's an exciting time in Pharmavite' s history. After 45 years of leading the healthy living industry with award-winning vitamins and supplements, the company has experienced great success and has gained the trust of consumers, healthcare professionals, and retailers alike. But there's more growth ahead of us than behind us, and for our employees this translates into opportunity. Our rapidly changing business enables employees to take on new challenges and transform Pharmavite for the future.

In order to take on these challenges, you'll need to have:
Four-year college degree required in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Food Science, Chemical Engineering or other relevant science degree
Bachelor's degree requires a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience
Master's degree requires a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
PhD degree requires a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience
Product Development/formulation experience
Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
OUR OFFER

Here, career paths aren't predefined, and bureaucratic limitations don't exist -- you can grow, learn from industry pioneers, and develop the way you want to. Pharmavite is investing more in the development of our team -- to help us deliver on our purpose and help you achieve your career aspirations. Our environment is geared to fuel curiosity, encourage experimentation, and generate learning as this is the way we develop ourselves and our organization.

Pharmavite is committed to meeting the needs of our employees and their families with a Total Rewards package that's as comprehensive as the vitamins and supplements we deliver to consumers. With competitive compensation programs and standout benefits, we provide employees with optimal health and well-being -- as well as peace of mind. These rewards -- plus our new recognition program -- ensure employees feel supported both at work and home.

Join Us

Visit Pharmavite.com/careers to learn more about our mission and discover an opportunity that's right for you. Health and wellness begin with us.

Pharmavite is an equal employment and affirmative action employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran or disabled status, or any protected status. We do not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other basis covered by applicable law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications of employees assigned to this job.
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