Senior Scientist - New Product Development

Altria Client Services LLC in; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and remote options

Paid time off 15 days + 13 holidays

2 floating holidays

37.5-hour workweek

401(k) matching

Deferred Profit Sharing

Professional development stipends

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Parental and bonding leave

Volunteer days

Job summary

Altria's Growth Org and Front-End Innovation (FEI) Technical team in Richmond, Virginia, seeks a Senior Scientist to translate consumer needs into technically sound oral nicotine concepts. You will design proof-of-concept studies, develop formulations, and guide early-stage projects toward feasibility and commercialization in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires an advanced degree in a relevant discipline and 3+ years industrial experience in product development or formulation, plus

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in chemistry, food science, pharmaceutical science, chemical engineering, or related discipline.
• 3+ years of industrial experience in product development, formulation, or applied research.
• Hands-on experience with analytical testing and material characterization methods.
• Knowledge of formulation development, ingredient functionality, experimental design, stability, processing, and data analysis.
• Experience handling hazardous chemicals, including nicotine, in a laboratory environment.
• Strong execution, collaboration, communication, and prioritization in a dynamic project environment.

Responsibilities

• Translate consumer insights and product requirements into oral nicotine product concepts.
• Design and execute proof-of-concept studies with iterative prototyping.
• Develop formulations using ingredient selection and processing techniques.
• Conduct rapid prototype screening using chemical analysis and material characterization.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to align technical work and support decisions.
• Protect company IP by preparing invention disclosures and supporting patent filing.
• Build and maintain lab capabilities enabling rapid prototyping and early feasibility.

Skills

Advanced degree in chemistry

3+ years industrial experience

Analytical testing

Material characterization

Formulation development

Experimental design

Hazardous chemicals handling

Education

Advanced degree in chemistry

Related discipline (food/pharma/chemical eng)

Job description

Senior Scientist - New Product Development (Finance)

Together We Innovate. Together We Change.

Advance innovative oral nicotine products for next-generation reduced-harm solutions at a Fortune 500 company. Do you have an advanced degree in chemistry, food science, pharmaceutical science, chemical engineering, or a related discipline, along with 3+ years of industrial experience? If so, we want to speak with you! We are currently looking for a Senior Scientist - New Product Development to join Altria's Growth Org and Front-End Innovation (FEI) Technical team in Richmond, Virginia. In this role, you will translate consumer needs and product requirements into technically sound product opportunities, support early-stage projects across existing and emerging oral nicotine segments, and evaluate technologies that advance concepts toward feasibility, regulatory readiness, and commercialization.

What you will be doing:

• Translate consumer insights and product requirements into oral nicotine product concepts that address unmet adult tobacco consumer needs.
• Design and execute proof-of-concept studies, using iterative prototyping to evaluate feasibility and advance promising concepts.
• Develop formulations using ingredient selection, controlled-release technologies, and materials processing techniques to achieve targeted product attributes.
• Conduct rapid prototype screening using chemical analysis and material characterization to guide formulation and process iterations.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to align technical work, communicate findings, and support project decisions.
• Protect company intellectual property by preparing invention disclosures and supporting patent filing activities.
• Build and maintain lab-scale capabilities, equipment, and workflows that enable rapid prototyping and early feasibility assessments.

We want you to have:

• Advanced degree in chemistry, food science, pharmaceutical science, chemical engineering, or a related discipline.
• 3+ years of industrial experience in product development, formulation, or applied research.
• Hands-on experience with analytical testing and material characterization methods.
• Knowledge of formulation development, ingredient functionality, experimental design, stability, processing, and data analysis.
• Experience handling hazardous chemicals, including nicotine, in a laboratory environment.
• Strong execution, collaboration, communication, and prioritization skills in a dynamic project environment.

The starting salary is based on but not limited to experience, knowledge, and qualifications in determining compensation decisions. The Salary Range for this position is: $91,500.00 - $132,750.00.

Why You'll Love Building Your Career at Altria

At Altria, we believe a great career starts with feeling supported - both at work and in life. Here's what you'll find here:

• Work where life works for you -with flexible and remote options that fit your world, not the other way around.
• Own your time- start with 15 days of paid time off, 13 paid holidays, 2 floating holiday days, and a 37.5-hour workweek so you can recharge and live fully
• A place where you belong- where your ideas are welcomed, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is real
• Get recognized for your work- annual merit increases and performance bonus
• A future you can count on- 401(k) matching from day one; plus Deferred Profit Sharing, an annual company contribution in an amount equal to 13%-17% of your base salary
• Help with your goals- get help with student loan repayment assistance, attend a conference, or gain a new certification with professional development stipends
• Support for what matters most- comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
• Celebrating your milestones- paid parental and bonding leave for life's biggest moments.
• Wellness that goes beyond work- programs that care for your whole well-being at whatever stage you are in your life
• A culture that gives back- paid volunteer days and a shared commitment to making a difference

At Altria, we offer more than benefits - we offer a career that fits your life, rewards your ambition, and celebrates your impact.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.