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Lief Labs · 1 day ago

Product Development (PD) Scientist* (On-site)

Santa Clarita, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$70K/yr - $82K/yr

3+ years exp

Lief Labs is a premier formulation and product development innovator and manufacturer of dietary supplements. The Product Development Scientist plays a key role in the design, development, reformulation, documentation, and technical support of dietary supplement products.

Health CareManufacturing

No H1B

Responsibilities

Design and develop new product formulations for dietary supplements, nutritional supplements and food products, that are scientifically substantiated and considering factors such as ingredient compatibility, stability, solubility, and bioavailability

Ensure the efficient and timely Formulation Design and Pricing of product formulations

Stay abreast of market trends to develop innovative scientifically supported product offerings, that are Lief stock formulations and/or customer requested products

Requests, maintains, manages and reviews all technical documentation for all materials

Evaluate and select appropriate raw materials (active ingredients and excipients) for use in formulations based on scientific understanding, quality and regulatory requirements

Reformulate as needed to optimize existing formulations to enhance product stability, efficacy, manufacturability and/or improved pricing

In collaboration with R&D Formulation Scientists, generate appropriate technical documentation including Supplements Facts and Nutrition Facts Sheet, TBD codes, Raw Material Specifications and Finished Product Specifications

In collaboration with Formulation Scientists and Quality personnel, ensure that formulated products and specifications meet quality standards and regulatory guidelines

Ensure the proper analysis of documentation for the creation of internal product codes, specification of raw materials in accordance with departmental standard operating procedures

Work closely with R&D Formulation Scientists, Quality Personnel, external vendors to obtain all necessary data and documentation to product certifications, 3rd party and internal certifications

Stay updated with the latest developments in formulation science and technological advancements in the pharmaceutical or nutraceutical industry. Incorporate innovative approaches into formulation strategies

Responsible for improving and ensuring compliance associated with change control/revisions of technical documentation

Ensure the creation and optimization of SOPs/Job Aids/Work Instructions for the department

Gather supplier compliance documents and certificates for raw material when not on file

Perform initial formula checks based on Product Development Requests based on compliance criteria (e.g., Non-GMO, Gluten-Free, Organic, Vegan)

Review Label Proofs using the criteria established on Dietary Supplement Label Review Checklist which include: Statement of Identity, Net Quantitity, Supplement Facts Panel, Ingredient Statement, Allergen Declaration, Name and Place of Business, Domestic Address or Phone Number, DSHEA Disclaimer

Complete simple regulatory questionnaires for new products or formulations (only within relevant scope)

Prepare Redacted documents for raw material requests

Respond to technical inquiries on ingredients or formulation from internal teams or clients (simple, non-complex inquiries)

Qualification

Product formulationNutraceutical industry experienceRegulatory compliance knowledgeScientific literature reviewTechnical documentation preparationIndustry softwareProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsCollaboration skillsOrganizational skills

Required

A bachelors in a relevant scientific field (e.g., pharmaceutical sciences, chemistry, biology) with experience of 3+ years in nutraceutical or pharmaceutical industry

Demonstrate high organizational and problem-solving skills

Demonstrates strong knowledge of product formulation and development

Knowledge and applicability of Supplements Facts and Nutrition Facts Sheet

Knowledge and applicability of Code of Federal Regulations

Knowledge and applicability of the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA)

Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working within cross-functional teams

Familiarity with industry software and tools used in formulation and research