Hands-on Sensory & Formulation Scientist

gsknch; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Haleon seeks a Holistic Experience Transformation Scientist to develop and optimize consumer health products across the Wellness portfolio, focusing on Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements and Digestive Health.

The role bridges scientific discovery and product application, translating insights into practical solutions. It involves taste modulation, flavor optimization, and hands-on experimentation in a laboratory setting, with on-the-job training provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in product development, formulation development, laboratory research, nutraceuticals, or related industries.
• Comfortable in a bench-based laboratory environment and hands-on experimentation.
• Strong scientific problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hands-on laboratory experimentation to support product design, formulation optimization, and innovation projects across the Wellness portfolio.
• Evaluate ingredients, sweeteners, acids, flavor systems, and taste-modifying technologies to improve overall product experience and consumer acceptance.
• Support taste modulation initiatives, including bitterness masking, sweetness optimization, and flavor balancing, through bench-scale development and testing.
• Partner with formulation, product development, and consumer science teams to translate technical findings into product improvements.
• Analyze experimental results and provide recommendations to support future product innovation and optimization efforts.
• Build expertise in sensory and product experience principles through on-the-job training, mentorship, and collaborative project work.

Skills

Lab research

Product development

Formulation development

Analytical skills

Communication & collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nutrition, Consumer Health, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline

Job description

Haleon seeks a Holistic Experience Transformation Scientist to develop and optimize consumer health products across the Wellness portfolio, focusing on Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements and Digestive Health.

The role bridges scientific discovery and product application, translating insights into practical solutions. It involves taste modulation, flavor optimization, and hands-on experimentation in a laboratory setting, with on-the-job training provided.