Formulation Scientist – Liquid Nutrition

Russell Taylor Group; England; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nutrition manufacturing firm in Hampshire is seeking an experienced Formulation Scientist to develop and scale up liquid nutritional supplements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in formulation and be familiar with UK/EU food legislation. The role offers hybrid options and various employee benefits including flexi hours and potential bonuses.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Flexi hours

Free EV charging points

Subsidised canteen

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Industry-based experience in liquid supplement formulation required.
• Strong knowledge of UK/EU food legislation and regulatory requirements is essential.
• Proven experience scaling up formulations to manufacture.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimise liquid nutritional formulations from lab scale to full production.
• Lead stability, compatibility, and shelf-life testing.
• Assess raw materials and track industry trends.

Skills

Liquid nutritional formulation

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in Nutrition Science, Food Science, or related discipline

Job description

Overview

Vacancy Title: Formulation Scientist – Liquid Nutrition

Contract Type: 12-month FTC • Location: Hampshire (hybrid options available) • Salary: £35-45,000 (flexibility for the right candidate)

Russell-Taylor Group have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced chemist with a strong background in liquid nutritional supplement formulation to join a well-established manufacturing business for a 12-month FTC. The role involves developing and scaling up formulations from concept through to commercial manufacture, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting innovation projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimise liquid nutritional formulations from lab scale to full production.
• Lead stability, compatibility, and shelf-life testing.
• Assess raw materials, liaise with suppliers, and track industry trends.
• Present products and concepts to customers; support new business opportunities.
• Provide technical guidance on scale-up, regulatory compliance, and process improvements.
• Mentor and help to support a junior team member.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level in Nutrition Science, Food Science, or related discipline.
• Previous industry-based experience in liquid supplement formulation.
• Strong knowledge of UK/EU food legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Proven experience scaling up formulations to manufacture.
• Strong communication and organisational skills; customer-facing experience preferred.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Flexi hours plus 2pm finish on a Friday
• Free EV charging points on site
• Subsidised canteen, retail and hospitality discounts
• Free products from staff shop
• Employee assistance programme
• Cash plan provider
• Pension
• Potential bonus

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