Research Scientist Formulation Development

Formulation Scientist – OTC Gummies & VMS

We’re looking for a hands‑on formulation scientist with experience developing gummies and/or vitamins, minerals, and supplements (VMS) to help create new over‑the‑counter consumer health products. In this role, you’ll work in the lab and with our partner CMO’s to turn product ideas into prototypes, develop formulations across a range of dosage forms, and support products from concept through launch.

• Develop and optimize new formulations for OTC consumer health products, with a strong focus on gummies and VMS
• Create lab prototypes and help turn early ideas into viable product concepts
• Manage multiple development projects and prioritize work to meet timelines
• Partner with cross‑functional teams including analytical, regulatory, technical, and commercial
• Identify technical risks early and help drive solutions
• Support external development work when needed
• Prepare technical documentation to support product development, launch, and regulatory approval
• Work with analytical teams to define testing and stability requirements
• Contribute to innovation by evaluating new delivery formats, ingredients, and technologies
• Present product concepts and prototypes to internal teams

• Direct experience developing gummies and/or VMS products is strongly preferred
• Experience in formulation development for OTC, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, nutritional, or consumer health products
• Strong hands‑on laboratory skills and experience with product prototyping
• Experience supporting new product development from idea to execution
• Comfort managing several projects at once in a fast‑paced environment
• Ability to work effectively on cross‑functional teams
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Understanding of cGMP requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related science field with 6+ years of relevant experience
• Master’s degree in a related field with 4+ years of relevant experience
• PhD in a related field with 1+ year of industry or academic research experience in drug product development

Salary range: $93,600 – $140,400 per year. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission. Benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, paid time off, sick leave.

Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Veterans. Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s).

Bayer is an E‑Verify Employer.