What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head of Scientific Affairs (53564) position at Best Formulations?
**Please no external recruiters**
Founded in 1984, Best Formulations LLC, a diversified nutraceutical and personal care company headquartered in City of Industry, California, is a contract manufacturer of thousands of branded SKUs, including high quality nutritional supplements including softgels, tablets, capsules, powders, teas, dietary supplements, and vegetarian softgels.
About The Role
We are a trusted partner to our customers when it comes to innovation and have one of the strongest R&D, product formulation and technical teams in the industry. We are recognized as the leader in plant-based softgel innovation and our ability to encapsulate difficult formulas. We seek out innovation across our entire business and pass that knowledge and expertise to our customers.
We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Head of Scientific Affairs to lead scientific initiatives supporting the development, substantiation, and global commercialization of nutraceutical products. This role will serve as a scientific expert, bridging R&D, regulatory, marketing, and commercial teams to ensure products are backed by robust science and compliant with international standards.
How Will You Contribute
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Essential job functions and duties include, but are not limited to:
Minimum Requirements/Qualifications
As a valued strategic partner, Best Formulations offers a comprehensive program of services, turnkey solutions, and client support that is unmatched in the industry. Our product development team can provide customized, proprietary formulations designed specifically to meet the needs of our customers and their method of distribution. Our vertically integrated manufacturing and packaging process allows us to schedule flexible production runs to respond quickly to shifting market demands. Every step of the way, we are committed to your growth and success!
"To develop and strengthen mutually beneficial relationships with our employees, customers, and business partners by providing the highest quality products and the Best customer service. Together We Grow!"
This position is currently classified as on-site.
Base Salary Range: $155,000.00 – 197,000.00 per year, based on candidate professional experience level. Employees are eligible to participate in Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), Holidays, Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement Program.
The final salary offered for this position may take into account a number of factors including, but not limited to, location, skills, education, and experience.
In accordance with the CO Equal Pay Act, Colorado Applicants Are Not Permitted to Apply.
The Company reserves the right to modify, update, change and/or make corrections to this job description, at the sole discretion of senior management, at any time during the employee’s employment term, at the sole discretion of management.
EEO Statement
Best Formulations is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process as required under its Employment Accommodation Policy. Best Formulations will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to Best Formulations in advance.
**Please no external recruiters**
Founded in 1984, Best Formulations LLC, a diversified nutraceutical and personal care company headquartered in City of Industry, California, is a contract manufacturer of thousands of branded SKUs, including high quality nutritional supplements including softgels, tablets, capsules, powders, teas, dietary supplements, and vegetarian softgels.
About The Role
We are a trusted partner to our customers when it comes to innovation and have one of the strongest R&D, product formulation and technical teams in the industry. We are recognized as the leader in plant-based softgel innovation and our ability to encapsulate difficult formulas. We seek out innovation across our entire business and pass that knowledge and expertise to our customers.
We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Head of Scientific Affairs to lead scientific initiatives supporting the development, substantiation, and global commercialization of nutraceutical products. This role will serve as a scientific expert, bridging R&D, regulatory, marketing, and commercial teams to ensure products are backed by robust science and compliant with international standards.
How Will You Contribute
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Essential job functions and duties include, but are not limited to:
- Scientific Leadership & Strategy
- Stay on top of latest scientific trends and developments in Dietary Supplement industry
- Conduct literature reviews, create scientific claim substantiation, and science-driven new product concepts
- Develop and execute scientific strategies to support product innovation, and new product development.
- Serve as the internal expert on nutritional science, functional ingredients, and emerging health trends.
- Research & Evidence Generation
- Evaluate, design and oversee clinical trials, observational studies, and literature reviews to support product efficacy and safety.
- Collaborate with external research partners, CROs, and academic institutions.
- Regulatory & Compliance Support
- Provide scientific input for regulatory submissions, including dossiers, GRAS notifications, and novel food applications.
- Ensure scientific claims are substantiated and aligned with regional regulatory frameworks (e.g., FDA, EFSA, TGA, Health Canada).
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with Product Development, Marketing, and Regulatory Affairs to translate science into compelling product stories and compliant claims.
- Support global commercialization efforts with scientific training and materials for internal teams and external stakeholders.
- Scientific Communication
- Represent the company at scientific conferences, industry panels, and regulatory meetings.
Minimum Requirements/Qualifications
- Advanced degree (PhD, MD, PharmD, or MSc) in Nutrition, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, or related life sciences.
- 7 years of experience in scientific affairs, clinical research, or regulatory science within the nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, or functional food industry.
- Strong understanding of global regulatory environments and scientific substantiation requirements.
- Proven ability to manage complex projects and cross-functional teams.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience in scientific writing and public speaking.
- Experience with global product launches and multi-country regulatory submissions.
- Familiarity with ingredient safety assessments, toxicology, and health claim regulations.
- Prior involvement in clinical trial design and execution.
- May involve exposure to allergens such as Soy, Wheat, Fish, Shellfish, Milk, Egg, Tree Nuts and Sesame.
- 401(k) with company match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Pet Insurance
- Health & Wellness programs
- Generous time off for vacations
As a valued strategic partner, Best Formulations offers a comprehensive program of services, turnkey solutions, and client support that is unmatched in the industry. Our product development team can provide customized, proprietary formulations designed specifically to meet the needs of our customers and their method of distribution. Our vertically integrated manufacturing and packaging process allows us to schedule flexible production runs to respond quickly to shifting market demands. Every step of the way, we are committed to your growth and success!
"To develop and strengthen mutually beneficial relationships with our employees, customers, and business partners by providing the highest quality products and the Best customer service. Together We Grow!"
This position is currently classified as on-site.
Base Salary Range: $155,000.00 – 197,000.00 per year, based on candidate professional experience level. Employees are eligible to participate in Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), Holidays, Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement Program.
The final salary offered for this position may take into account a number of factors including, but not limited to, location, skills, education, and experience.
In accordance with the CO Equal Pay Act, Colorado Applicants Are Not Permitted to Apply.
The Company reserves the right to modify, update, change and/or make corrections to this job description, at the sole discretion of senior management, at any time during the employee’s employment term, at the sole discretion of management.
EEO Statement
Best Formulations is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process as required under its Employment Accommodation Policy. Best Formulations will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to Best Formulations in advance.
**Please no external recruiters**
Salary : $155,000 - $197,000