Principal Scientist, Food Regulatory Affairs

Mars; Chicago (IL); Sur place; USD 119 000 - 164 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Mars Accelerators, a global division of Mars Snacking, seeks a Principal Scientist, Scientific and Regulatory Affairs to lead US and Canadian ingredients, labeling, and claims compliance for frozen and freeze-dried fruit products. You will influence senior leaders with regulatory insight and partner with Product Development, Brand, Quality, and Operations to enable compliant product innovation.

In a fast-paced, agile environment, you will translate complex technical guidance into clear

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, nutrition, food science or biology.
• 10-15 years of experience in US and Canadian food regulatory compliance and affairs.
• Currently working in a food regulatory organization, ideally in a matrix role.
• Expert knowledge of US and Canadian food regulations and demonstrated ability to influence through strong written and verbal communication.
• Experience with a variety of food industry business models, regulatory systems and product types.
• Track record of thriving in complex, fast-paced, high-growth environments with strategic mindset.

Responsabilités

• Lead regulatory strategy and ensure all product innovation complies with US and Canadian laws, regulations and requirements affecting ingredients, formulas, nutrition, labeling and marketing materials.
• Establish and maintain efficient, effective regulatory processes and systems that integrate with business project management; identify and implement continuous improvements.
• Guide product positioning and claims substantiation; collaborate with Quality, R&D, Legal and Brand teams to develop creative solutions for complex claims while meeting business needs.
• Proactively monitor US and Canadian regulatory activities, evaluate impact, and assess industry best practices.
• Evaluate regulatory risks, translate complex information into actionable options and align recommendations with Quality, R&D and Legal leaders; guide business leaders through complex situations with strategic, big‑picture thinking.
• Communicate regulatory expertise across all levels of the organization, building credibility through clear, concise translation of technical guidance.

Formation

Bachelor's degree in chemistry, nutrition, food science or biology

Description du poste

Mars Accelerators, a global division of Mars Snacking, seeks a Principal Scientist, Scientific and Regulatory Affairs to lead US and Canadian ingredients, labeling, and claims compliance for frozen and freeze-dried fruit products. You will influence senior leaders with regulatory insight and partner with Product Development, Brand, Quality, and Operations to enable compliant product innovation.

In a fast-paced, agile environment, you will translate complex technical guidance into clear