Associate Development Scientist, Global Wellness

About the Role

The Global Wellness Category Development Team delivers innovation and product development programs from concept through launch, developing robust formulations and finished products. As an Associate Development Scientist, you will support formulation and product development activities across innovation and development projects. You will conduct laboratory studies, generate technical data, support prototype development, and contribute to the delivery of technically robust products from concept through commercialization. This role offers the opportunity to build technical expertise across multiple product formats, including tablets, capsules, powders, gummies, liquids, semi-solids, and other consumer healthcare, dietary supplement, and food-based products.

Key Responsibilities

• Support one or more projects in support of product innovation, development, and lifecycle management initiatives.
• Conduct laboratory experiments and technical studies in support of formulation and product development activities.
• Assist in formulation development, prototype preparation, and experimental evaluations.
• Generate, record, and communicate technical data to support project decisions and milestones.
• Maintain accurate laboratory notebooks, technical reports, and project documentation.
• Follow established procedures and contribute to quality documentation, including SOPs, batch records, validation protocols, and reports.
• Conduct all work in accordance with GMP, EHS, and site quality requirements.
• Develop knowledge of formulation science and product development processes.
• Participate in technical discussions and present findings to project teams.
• Participate in team training activities and continuously develop technical capabilities.
• Support collaboration with Consumer Science teams to translate consumer insights into product innovation.
• Support development activities that improve consumer experience and product performance.
• Generate, analyze, and communicate technical data to support project milestones and decision-making.
• Ensure all experimental work follows good scientific practice and Good Manufacturing Practice where applicable.
• Manage multiple priorities across concurrent projects.
• Support laboratory operations, equipment maintenance, and organizational initiatives.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• BS in Food Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific discipline.
• Experience working in a laboratory environment.
• Strong scientific, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Internship, co-op, or industry experience in formulation or product development (preferred).
• Experience with consumer healthcare, dietary supplement, food, or OTC products (preferred).
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment, experimental design, and data analysis (preferred).
• Knowledge of GMP, quality systems, or regulated product development environments (preferred).

Location

Richmond, VA (hybrid model, requiring a minimum in-office presence of 3 days per week).

Compensation

Salary range: $70,858 - $97,430 plus an 8% on-target bonus.