Senior Innovation Scientist - Confectionery & VMS Leader

SCN BestCo; Plant (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SCN BestCo, a leading innovator in VMS and OTC products, seeks a Senior Innovation Scientist to lead confectionary-based formulation and product development. You will design experiments, analyze data, and mentor junior scientists in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a strong background in pharmaceutical science or food science, 9 years in food/OTC/R&D, and experience with cGMP/GLP, with collaboration across quality, procurement, and manufacturing teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmaceutical Science, Chemical Engineering, Food Science, Technology, Engineering or related field.
• 9 years’ experience in the Food, OTC or dietary supplement industry, with at least 6 years’ in R&D.
• Experience applying statistical analysis, mathematical modeling, machine learning, data mining, and related techniques to drive solutions.
• Ability to design experiments, collect/interpret complex data, draw valid conclusions, and drive action plans.
• Thorough knowledge of confectionary manufacturing and ingredients and compliance with cGMP/GLP.

Responsibilities

• Seek new ingredients and technologies in pursuit of developing unique confectionary OTC and/or supplement markets.
• Translate consumers’ needs into finished products that use the most appropriate technologies, chemicals, and materials.
• Prepare product samples and test and analyze physical and sensory attributes to develop a comprehensive data package.
• Execute Design of Experiments (DOEs) to assess critical attributes of ingredients, products, and processes; report data with recommendations.
• Develop strategic partnerships with external industry leaders and internal stakeholders for new opportunities.
• Engage with cross-functional teams including quality, procurement, supply chain, and manufacturing to resolve issues.
• Ensure the development laboratory is operational; manage equipment, supplies, and lab organization.
• Participate in continuing education to expand technical knowledge in formulation and manufacturing.

Skills

Statistics & data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Pharmaceutical Science, Chemical Engineering, Food Science, Technology, Engineering or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP software

Database management

Project management

Job description

SCN BestCo, a leading innovator in VMS and OTC products, seeks a Senior Innovation Scientist to lead confectionary-based formulation and product development. You will design experiments, analyze data, and mentor junior scientists in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a strong background in pharmaceutical science or food science, 9 years in food/OTC/R&D, and experience with cGMP/GLP, with collaboration across quality, procurement, and manufacturing teams.