Research Scientist – Nutraceutical

Software Placement Group; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Software Placement Group in Lancaster, SC seeks a Research Scientist to support its clinical development process and translate findings into publications and patent materials. You will collaborate with clinical teams, manage trial activities, and ensure GMP/GCP compliance, contributing to product innovation and scientific publications.

The role requires a Master's in a life science field and at least 4 years in nutraceutical/pharma settings, with strong writing and data-analysis skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in science, biology, veterinary science, or related life science field
• 4+ years of experience with a producer of nutraceutical or pharmaceutical products
• Experience in a clinical study related role
• Understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines
• Strong scientific writing ability
• Strong strategic thinking with the ability to translate technical insights into actionable plans
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• 10% travel required

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the clinical development team and project leaders on the design and execution of studies
• Manage and plan multiple clinical trial/study activities with appropriate direction, providing comprehensive support to scientists
• Prepare and ship clinical trial/study site documentation and maintain general correspondence with sites
• Work independently to assess compliance with study protocols by interacting with investigator sites or third-party contract facilities
• Verify study data using applicable data management tools and study monitoring processes to ensure data integrity and quality
• Facilitate site recruitment, site training, and study initiation, in-life, and close-out activities to ensure alignment with project objectives
• Collaborate across R&D and commercial teams as appropriate for the project and phase of development
• Research novel ingredients for product innovation
• Conduct statistical analysis, including producing tables and graphics for study reports
• Prepare scientific publications according to company needs
• Manage other job responsibilities and tasks as determined by the manager
• Attend scientific conferences relevant to project and business needs
• Travel up to 10% travel and perform other assigned duties as needed to meet company objectives
• Communicate effectively across departments and function within a team environment

Skills

Strong scientific writing

Strategic thinking

Data analysis

Education

Master's degree in science or life sciences

Tools

Data management tools

Job description

Location: Lancaster, SC | Schedule: Full-time, on-site

Overview

A producer of nutraceutical and pharmaceutical products is seeking a Research Scientist to support its clinical development process. This role plays a key part in advancing ingredient research, ensuring compliance with clinical study protocols, and translating scientific findings into publications and patent materials that support the business.

What you'll do

• Collaborate with the clinical development team and project leaders on the design and execution of studies
• Manage and plan multiple clinical trial/study activities with appropriate direction, providing comprehensive support to scientists
• Prepare and ship clinical trial/study site documentation and maintain general correspondence with sites
• Work independently to assess compliance with study protocols by interacting with investigator sites or third-party contract facilities
• Verify study data using applicable data management tools and study monitoring processes to ensure data integrity and quality
• Facilitate site recruitment, site training, and study initiation, in-life, and close-out activities to ensure alignment with project objectives
• Collaborate across R&D and commercial teams as appropriate for the project and phase of development
• Research novel ingredients for product innovation
• Conduct statistical analysis, including producing tables and graphics for study reports
• Prepare scientific publications according to company needs
• Manage other job responsibilities and tasks as determined by the manager
• Attend scientific conferences relevant to project and business needs
• Travel up to 10% travel and perform other assigned duties as needed to meet company objectives
• Communicate effectively across departments and function within a team environment

Required qualifications

• Master's degree, preferably in science, biology, veterinary science, or a related life science field
• 4+ years of experience with a producer of nutraceutical or pharmaceutical products
• Experience in a clinical study related role
• Understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines
• Strong scientific writing ability
• Strong strategic thinking with the ability to translate technical insights into actionable plans
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• 10% travel required

Why this role

This position offers the opportunity to contribute directly to clinical research and product innovation within a collaborative R&D and commercial environment, working on studies that support both scientific publication and business growth.