Research Scientist

Minimum Education:

· Masters degree preferably in animal science, biology, veterinary, or related life science with 4+ years of experience with a producer of nutraceutical or pharmaceutical products. 

Summary of the Position: 

The role will work with the Innovation team and function to collaborate with the clinical development process to support the business. The role requires a basic understanding of clinical research in the conduct of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) studies. You will work collaboratively to support ingredient research, experimental design and scientific interpretation of study results, and production of material for patents or publications. 

Roles and Responsibilities:

· Collaborate with the clinical development team and project leaders in the design and execution of studies.

· Manages and plans, with appropriate direction, multiple activities of clinical trials/studies and provides comprehensive support to the scientists.

• Responsible for preparation and shipment of clinical trial/study site documentation, and general correspondence with the sites.
• Works independently to assess compliance with study protocols by interacting with Investigator sites or third-party contract facilities.
• Verifies study data using applicable Data Management tools and study monitoring processes to ensure data  integrity and quality.
• Performs routine activities such as facilitating site recruitment, site training and study initiation, in-life and close-out activities in order to ensure site activities are in accordance with project objectives.
• Collaborates across all levels within the R&D and commercial organizations as appropriate for the project and phase of development.
• Research novel ingredients for product innovation
• Conduct statistical analysis, including producing tables and graphics for inclusion in study report. 

· Prepare scientific publications according to the needs of the company

• Manage other job responsibilities and tasks, as needed, and determined by manager
• Attend scientific conferences as it relates to project and business needs
• Travel up to 10% Perform other assigned duties as may be required in meeting company objectives
• Communicate effectively with other departments within the organization and function within a team environment.
• Regular attendance is required

Minimum Requirements: 

· Strong strategic thinking with the ability to translate technical insights into actionable plans.

· Experience in a clinical study related role

· Strong scientific writing ability

· Understanding of GCP Good Clinical Practice guidelines

· Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.