Research and Innovation Scientist II (Remote in the USA)

Reporting to VP of Research and Development, this role plays a key part in turning new ideas into scientifically grounded, commercially viable pet products. The mission is to become the leader in science-based pet supplements, guiding new products from early-stage innovation through formulation, substantiation, testing, and launch.

Responsibilities

Supporting the formulation of new products for PetLabCo.'s product range, working alongside R&D and NPD team; Reviewing and optimising current products, including review of ingredient scientific data to assess suitability for new or existing formulations; Supporting partnerships with suppliers and co manufacturers; Designing, organising and executing on studies with suitable partner organisations to bring efficacy data into PetLabCo.; Keeping up to date on relevant new ingredients and innovation within area of focus; Working closely with compliance and keeping abreast of evolving regulatory expectations to ensure ingredient, label and marketing claims stay compliant; Working closely with the wider cross functional team to support the successful launch of products

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's of Science in a technical area including animal science and nutrition; 3+ years of relevant industry experience in product formulation, R&D or a related scientific field; Experience with product formulation and/or new product development; Working knowledge of ingredients, their mode of action, and quality variance; Experience with R&D of early stage, yet unproven ingredients; Experience in clearly explaining and justifying formulations and product formats; Project management skills, with hands-on experience contributing to the development and launch of new products, packages and processes as a technical member of a cross-functional team; Excellent oral and written communication skills and learning agility; Experience collaborating with outside partners to deliver project requirements

Benefits

20 days PTO excluding bank holidays; Company Bonus; Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance; Short Term and Long Term disability Insurance; Life Insurance; 401K; Work Remote; Monthly Uber coffee/bagel and lunch; Monthly Internet Stipend