Scientific Affairs Manager

H&H Group | B Corptm; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional leave

Bonuses

Wellness benefits

Hybrid working

Social activities

Job summary

H&H Group is seeking a Scientific Affairs Manager to lead the scientific rigour behind our innovation and claims across adult and pet nutrition. You will translate nutrition science and clinical evidence into accurate documentation, supporting efficacy and claims, while collaborating with Product Development, Regulatory and Commercial teams from concept to launch.

You will mentor team members and build evidence to strengthen the Swisse product pipeline and expand opportunities in ANZ and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in nutrition, food science, biomedical science, pharmaceutical science, biotechnology, chemistry or another relevant scientific discipline.
• 5+ years’ experience within the health and wellness industry, specifically nutraceuticals including VMS, probiotics, functional foods, medical nutrition or advanced bioactives.
• Experience in Australian complementary medicine markets from a commercial and technical perspective, with excellent stakeholder management and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Demonstrated people leadership, with experience supervising and developing others, including management experience.
• Deep knowledge of nutrient and botanical mechanisms of action and their application to human metabolism, including applying this knowledge to new product opportunities.
• Strong technical knowledge of nutritional ingredients, technologies and scientific evidence.
• Sound scientific judgement, with the ability to critically and pragmatically appraise research publications and emerging ingredients, preferably in the nutrition field.
• Working knowledge of regulatory requirements for therapeutic (listable) and non-therapeutic products (e.g. food, beverages) in Australia, including TGA-listed complementary medicines.
• Experience supervising and developing new products or formulations from concept to launch, preferably in the FMCG space.
• Experience translating nutrition science into tangible product development opportunities, differentiated innovation concepts and tangible business product development opportunities.
• Postgraduate qualification (PhD or Masters) in pharmaceutical, medical, nutritional or health science and knowledge of regulatory frameworks across Asian markets is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supervise scientific affairs support across the H&H Group's adult specialist nutrition portfolio, in collaboration with senior staff.
• Generate scientifically accurate and clinically relevant review documentation to support product development efficacy and claims.
• Drive opportunities for scientifically differentiated innovation within the ANZ market and globally.
• Partner with Product Development, Regulatory and Commercial teams to progress products from concept through development and launch.
• Build and protect Swisse’s brand position by strengthening the product pipeline evidence and capability.

Skills

Nutrition degree

5+ years health/wellness experience

People leadership

Regulatory knowledge (Australia)

Nutritional ingredients knowledge

Education

Masters or PhD in health/nutritional science

Job description

With 3,400+ team members globally, we focus on premium, science‑backed nutrition across Baby, Adult, and Pet categories, spanning seven international brands.

We’re a passionate, collaborative team working in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment, inspired by#PurposeLedCareers and focused on making a positive impact worldwide.

We’re committed to our customers, community, and environment, and to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered.

• Our total rewards include additional leave, bonuses, wellness and health benefits, hybrid working, as well as social activities.

What this means for you

The variety of work creates unlimited opportunities to excel across a breadth of disciplines; you will be presented with a wealth of new pathways and opportunities to explore throughout your career. Working with us will be more than just a job; we guarantee a life-changing experience as you step into an environment that moves quickly and presents new challenges daily.

Your role within the team

As Scientific Affairs Manager, you will deliver the scientific rigour behind our innovation and claims agenda across our adult and pet nutrition portfolio. Working closely with the Senior Manager, Head of Scientific Innovation, you will translate nutrition science, clinical evidence and emerging ingredients into scientifically accurate, clinically relevant documentation that supports product efficacy and claims. Your work will help build, maintain and protect Swisse’s unique brand position, while identifying new opportunities for scientifically differentiated innovation in ANZ and globally. You will partner with Product Development, Regulatory and Commercial teams to progress products from early concept through development and launch, while supervising and developing team members and building the evidence and capability that strengthens the Swisse product pipeline.

Key responsibilities include:

Supervise and implement scientific affairs support across the H&H Group's adult specialist nutrition portfolio, in collaboration with the Senior Manager, Head of Scientific Innovation and other senior staff members from both the ANZ and global business.

Generate scientifically accurate and clinically relevant review documentation to support product development efficacy and claims.

Drive opportunities for new and scientifically differentiated innovation within the ANZ market as well as globally.

Partner with Product Development, Regulatory and Commercial teams to progress products from early concept through development and launch.

Support build, maintain and protect Swisse’s unique brand position by building the evidence and capability that strengthens the Swisse product pipeline.

Desired Skills & Experience

We look for people who have what it takes to make an impact; who can challenge us to go further while pushing themselves to deliver exciting & ambitious results.

To make sure we’re setting new starters up for success, we ask that you meet a few criteria relevant to the role to be considered for this opportunity:

Bachelor’s degree or higher in nutrition, food science, biomedical science, pharmaceutical science, biotechnology, chemistry or another relevant scientific discipline.

>>5 years’ experience within the health and wellness industry, specifically nutraceuticals including VMS, probiotics, functional foods, medical nutrition or advanced bioactives.

Experience in Australian complementary medicine markets from a commercial and technical perspective, with excellent stakeholder management and cross‑functional collaboration skills.

Demonstrated people leadership, with experience supervising and developing others, including management experience.

Deep knowledge of nutrient and botanical mechanisms of action and their application to human metabolism, including applying this knowledge to new product opportunities.

Strong technical knowledge of nutritional ingredients, technologies and scientific evidence.

Sound scientific judgement, with the ability to critically and pragmatically appraise research publications and emerging ingredients, preferably in the nutrition field.

Working knowledge of regulatory requirements for therapeutic (listable) and non-therapeutic products (e.g. food, beverages) in Australia, including TGA-listed complementary medicines.

Experience supervising and developing new products or formulations from concept to launch, preferably in the FMCG space.

Experience translating nutrition science into tangible product development opportunities, differentiated innovation concepts and tangible business product development opportunities.

Postgraduate qualification (PhD or Masters) in pharmaceutical, medical, nutritional or health science and knowledge of regulatory frameworks across Asian markets is desirable.

H&H Group believes in the benefits of a diverse & inclusive workplace & aims to reflect the varied cultures within which we exist. We are committed to providing a working environment that is free from discrimination & harassment,creating a safe and inclusive environment for all.

We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, religions, racial and gender identities,sexual orientations, abilities and cultures, & our hiring decisions will be based on business needs, position requirements, & the qualifications and experience of individuals. If you require support or assistance during the application process, please notify us at the time of application and we will be sure to enable reasonable adjustments where suitable.