Scientist -Product development

Integrated Resources, Inc ( IRI ); Summit (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Integrated Resources, Inc ( IRI ) is looking for an independent Scientist to join the Product Development R&D team in Summit, NJ. This role involves handling product launches in Canada, focusing on technical evaluations and product development activities. Ideal candidates will have a background in formulation science and GxP compliance. Responsibilities include acting as a technical contact, managing project timelines, and ensuring compliance with regulatory documentation requirements. A Ph.D. or M.S. with relevant experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in consumer health product and process development.
• Knowledge of regulatory landscape for personal care products.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Product Development representative for regional projects.
• Contribute to project planning and timeline management.
• Generate documentation needed for regulatory clearance.
• Prepare detailed documentation for product development processes.

Skills

Formulation science

Process development

GxP compliance

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences

M.S. with 3+ years of relevant experience

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

We are seeking an independent and motivated Scientist to join the Product Development R&D team. This role will report into Product Development in the US and will be responsible for launches in Canada. This role focuses on the technical evaluation and execution of products in the Canadian market. The Senior Scientist will have full responsibility for documentation and product development activities of mid‑to‑low complexity projects. The ideal candidate will have a background in formulation science, process development, and experience in GxP (e.g., GDP, GMP, GCP) compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the Product Development representative for regional projects, attend meetings and answer questions as the technical point of contact for PD Canada.
• Contribute to project planning, timeline management, and project milestone deliverables to ensure successful project.
• Work closely with cross‑functional teams, including other R&D functions, Commercial Marketing, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, and Manufacturing, to achieve project goals.
• Conduct product feasibility for Canada, review existing data and determine if any gaps, connect with EM sites or US teams on formulation options.
• Generate documentation and specifications needed for regulatory clearance and product launch.
• Prepare and maintain detailed documentation for product development processes, including experimental protocols, and technical reports in compliance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP).

Education

• Degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of formulation science, ingredients functionality and compliance, and consumer product market.
• Understanding of regulatory landscape and requirements for personal care products.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and matrixed organization.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with high attention to detail.
• Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences +0‑2yr, M.S. with 3+ years of relevant experience, or Bachelor’s Degree.
• Experience in product and process development within the consumer health industry.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively in a fast‑paced environment.