Head of Product Development (Scientist)
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82 Labs, Inc. is a new kind of consumer goods startup. We develop science-backed supplements that help you feel more energized, productive, and be the best version of yourself. Our first product is Morning Recovery, a liquid dietary supplement that helps you bounce back after a night of drinking. In our first 10 months, the company raised a total of $9.5M in vc financing, and made over $5M in revenue.
We are now looking for an entrepreneurial scientist to lead and build our r&d efforts. You will:
- Manage the execution of new product innovation and design of science-based, competitive and compliant formulations
- Continuously measure and improve the efficacy behind Morning Recovery
- Manage and conduct formula reviews of new products and ingredients offered by external contacts to determine scientific viability, compliance and applications
- Work with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities to develop new products that integrate into the overall 82 labs assortment strategy
- Collaborate with the regulatory team to substantiate product claims
- Function as the nutrition expert to support the development of educational content for use by the company and to address regulatory bodies.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate would have a dietetics/nutrition background with 4+ years of experience in the supplement/food industry. The candidate must have great scientific and personal skills, including:
- MS, PhD in Food Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent field
- Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices and working knowledge of form-specific regulatory requirements (DSHEA, FDA) and certifications (non-GMO, Kosher, Halal, DSVP, etc.)
- Experience designing nutritional products
- Entrepreneurial spirit with the willingness to do whatever it takes to win
- Specific experience in powders and ready-to-drink beverages formulation and process technology, is a plus
- 4+ years of relevant experience
- Strong interpersonal and writing skills
- Bonus: can design and run clinical trials
- Bonus: a registered dietitian
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