Global R&D Specialist, Microbiome Existing Portfolio - Cromwell, CT (Hybrid)

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Global R&D Specialist, Microbiome Existing Portfolio

Location: Hybrid – Cromwell, CT

About dsm-firmenich

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people. www.dsm-firmenich.com 

What You’ll Do

The Global R&D Specialist, Microbiome Existing Portfolio will play a crucial role in supporting the Sr. Manager of Global R&D in managing current business needs related to our Microbiome portfolio, including Culturelle, Up4 and Holigos brands. The portfolio is marketed globally with presence in North America, UK, Latin America, and Asia. This position requires an individual who has a passion for Microbiome science and can act as the scientific expert on our product portfolio.  This job requires exceptional multi-tasking skills and the ability to work at a fast pace while maintaining a high level of quality and attention to detail. The ideal candidate should have a collaborative mindset and desire to drive commercial impact for consumers, healthcare professionals and customers working together with cross-functional teams on numerous dynamic projects.

This position is within our i-Health division. Learn more here https://dsmihealth.com/.

We bring

• An open, trusted, and flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome.
• A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset.
• A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally.
• Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity.
• A firm belief that working together with our stakeholders and suppliers is the key to achieving great things.
• An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future.

Key responsibilities

• Manage scientific support for cross-functional teams including regulatory, global, and regional marketing, consumer call center, quality assurance, and global teams regarding i-Health and competitor existing products.
• Provide support to the marketing, retail, and medical channel sales teams by assisting in the development of educational materials product descriptions, and training.
• Maintain organization of libraries of scientific and ingredient data, ensuring that information is up-to-date and easily accessible to R&D team members.
• Develop/Maintain product science internal training materials for the existing microbiome portfolio.
• Contribute to the development of and primary R&D reviewer of marketing and sales materials (health claims, scripts, blogs, etc.) for existing microbiome portfolio.
• Monitors, organizes, interprets, and documents scientific information and data to support products and claims for existing Microbiome products.

You bring

• Bachelor of Science/Master's degree in a biological sciences discipline (e.g., biology, biochemistry, nutrition, physiology, or related field) with at least 2 years of experience in the dietary supplement industry.
• Experience with R&D, and scientific affairs in the consumer health or dietary supplement industry.
• Knowledge of gut microbiome and dietary supplement categories.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines and ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong project management skills and ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Equal Opportunities Commitment

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drive unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there’s a place for everyone at dsm-fiirmenich.

dsm-firmenich is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. dsm-firmenich people are as diverse as our customers. For us that includes a commitment to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.

Please note this is a direct search led by dsm-firmenich. We only accept applications from candidates, not from agencies nor subject to agency’s fees, percentages or similar.