Development Scientist

About The Role

The Development Scientist supports new product development by developing formulations and combination products (IDDC), devices, and providing analysis and evaluation of material and products at all stages of the development process, considering scientific and timing objectives. This individual will be involved in the development of conventional and non-conventional solid, semi-solid, liquid, and other formulations and medical devices.

This role will provide the opportunity to lead key activities to progress your career.

• Manages or contributes to one or more projects in support of Brand Innovation strategy.
• Executes a wide range of experiments, technical studies, and scientific tasks.
• Designs and executes new methods and protocols.
• Facilitates completion of outsourced support activity.
• Keeps supervisor informed of progress and activities.
• Ensures all work is conducted in accordance with written procedures as per EHS standards and expectations on site and within the laboratories.
• Produces or contributes to departmental quality documentation (e.g., SOPs, batch documents, validation protocols & reports).
• Assumes safety and quality responsibilities for department and site (e.g., GMP, audits, health & safety).

• Maintains awareness of scientific literature to assist work progression and understanding, and presents at internal R&D meetings.
• Trains self and others in new technology and laboratory responsibilities.
• Develops knowledge of regulations impacting areas of work (e.g., EP/USP/ICH/MDR).

• Participates in consumer engagement research to understand the category and needs.
• Works with Consumer Understanding and Sensory scientists to develop consumer‑developed innovation.

• Maintains precise experimental records; issues reports at project milestones; writes invention records to protect scientific discoveries.
• Ensures all work is always conducted following good scientific practice and Good Manufacturing Practice (where required).

• Sets and resets priorities to remain focused on objectives in rapidly changing circumstances.
• Takes responsibility for specific equipment in accordance with site procedures.
• Participates in general problem solving.
• Develops networking skills through interactions with scientists outside of primary project role.

• BS in Food, Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Biological, or related science with 3 years of relevant experience working in a GMP lab setting.
• Ability to apply scientific principles and techniques to assigned projects.
• Ability to organize and report study data from internal and external sources.

• MS or PhD in Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Biological, or related science.
• 2 years of demonstrated experience in successful formulation and/or product development.
• Experience in pharmaceutical or OTC industries.
• Experience in development and formulation of oral solid dosage forms (e.g., tablets, caplets, softgels, granules) and liquids (e.g., suspensions, syrups, solutions).
• Practical application and technical proficiency of the R&D development processes and associated commercial environment.
• Clear communicator in both oral and written form with internal departments and external organizations.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, think and work independently, problem‑solve, work effectively in teams, and contribute to multiple projects in parallel.
• Flair for creativity and innovation, with a desire to learn and have meaningful impact.
• Demonstrated computer proficiency.
• Basic understanding of statistics and its application to experimental work.
• Ability to connect consumer needs to product development.

Location: This role is based in Richmond, VA with on-site requirements of 5 times per week.

Haleon offers a robust total reward package that consists of competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits program. This includes a generous 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement, and time‑off programs including 6 months paid parental leave. On day one, you are eligible for benefits, including our healthcare programs where the company pays for the majority of your medical…