Product Development Scientist
Listed on 2026-08-05
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Research/Development
Pharmaceutical Science/ Research
Product Development Scientist – Medical Nutrition
Location:
Ayer, MA (On-site) Industry: Food Production / Medical Nutrition
Experience:
Mid-Level (5+ years)
Education:
Bachelor's degree required Positions: 1 Relocation:
Limited assistance available Visa Sponsorship:
Not available
Overview:
Seeking a Product Development Scientist to develop and optimize medical nutrition beverage and powder formulations in a manufacturing environment. This role supports product innovation, ingredient initiatives, clinical evidence development, and compliance with GMP and food safety standards.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and optimize nutritional beverage and powder formulations
- Conduct bench-level formulation, testing, and troubleshooting
- Execute shelf-life and stability studies
- Research and evaluate new ingredients
- Support scale-up, manufacturing, and commercialization activities
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Commercial)
- Ensure compliance with GMP and food safety requirements
- Support documentation and IP protection efforts
Additional Info:
On-site role in Ayer, MA Limited relocation assistance available No visa sponsorship available
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Summary:
Develop and optimize medical nutrition beverage and powder formulations; apply food science and ingredient expertise; collaborate with Medical Nutrition, Marketing, Sales, Manufacturing; research new ingredients; support clinical evidence development; manage ingredient vendors; support IP protection; ensure GMP, food safety, and workplace safety compliance; participate in conferences and clinician meetings; support manufacturing and new product initiatives.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Nutrition, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 5+ years of product development experience in food, beverage, medical nutrition, supplement, or nutraceuticals
- Strong knowledge of ingredient functionality and nutrient stability
- Experience with GMPs and FDA food regulations
- Hands-on lab and pilot-scale experience required
- PLM or formulation software experience preferred
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