Global Nutritional Labeling Specialist

Pathogenia Lab; Dorval; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pathogenia Lab is seeking a Nutritional Labeling Specialist to bridge regulatory requirements with our labeling software. You will act as the subject matter expert ensuring compliance across international markets and guiding product teams.

The role emphasizes updating rule sets, collaborating with engineering, QA, and customer support, and staying current with evolving nutrition labeling standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Regulatory Affairs, or related field
• 3+ years in nutritional labeling compliance or regulatory affairs
• Strong knowledge of labeling rules across US, EU, Canada, and other regions
• Experience with labeling software, PLM, or nutrient databases
• Ability to translate regulatory language into clear software requirements
• Excellent written and verbal communication; detail oriented
• Team player with cross-functional collaboration experience

Responsibilities

• Serve as internal SME on nutritional labeling across countries/regions
• Review and update labeling rule sets, nutrient databases, and compliance logic
• Translate regulatory requirements into software specifications
• Monitor regulatory changes and recommend software/content updates
• QA accuracy of generated nutrition labels against country standards
• Support customers with labeling questions and guidance
• Develop internal docs and training materials on labeling rules

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Cross-functional teamwork

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Regulatory affairs

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science or related field

Tools

PLM systems

Nutrient databases

Labeling software

Job description

We're seeking a Nutritional Labeling Specialist with deep expertise in global food and nutrition labeling regulations to help guide the continued development and improvement of our labeling software platform. You'll serve as the subject matter expert bridging regulatory requirements with product functionality — ensuring our software stays accurate, current, and compliant across international markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the internal SME on nutritional labeling regulations across multiple countries/regions (e.g., US FDA/NLEA, EU FIC Regulation, Canada CFIA, Codex Alimentarius, Australia/NZ FSANZ, UK FSA, and other target markets)
• Review, validate, and continuously update labeling rule sets, nutrient databases, and compliance logic within the software
• Partner with product managers and engineers to translate regulatory requirements into software specifications and feature enhancements
• Monitor global regulatory changes and proactively recommend software/content updates to maintain compliance
• Conduct QA/accuracy reviews of generated labels (nutrition facts panels, ingredient statements, allergen declarations, claims, etc.) against country-specific standards
• Support customers/clients with labeling questions, edge cases, and market-specific compliance guidance
• Develop and maintain internal documentation, guidelines, and training materials on labeling rules by country
• Collaborate with legal/regulatory affairs teams on interpretation of ambiguous or evolving regulations
• Assist in competitive/regulatory research when expanding software support to new countries or regions

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Regulatory Affairs, or related field (advanced degree a plus)
• 3+ years of experience in nutritional/food labeling compliance, regulatory affairs, or related role
• Strong working knowledge of labeling regulations across multiple jurisdictions (US, EU, Canada, and additional regions such as APAC, LATAM, or Middle East a plus)
• Experience working with or advising on labeling/compliance software, PLM systems, or nutrient databases
• Ability to translate complex regulatory language into clear, actionable software requirements
• Strong attention to detail and comfort working cross-functionally with engineering/product teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred

• Experience with labeling software platforms (e.g., Genesis R&D, ESHA, FoodLogiQ, or similar)
• Familiarity with allergen management, claims substantiation, and front-of-pack labeling schemes
• Prior experience supporting software product development or QA testing
• Certification in regulatory affairs (e.g., RAC) a plus