Senior Research Scientist - Nutrition Research & Clinical Investigator

Amway Inc.
Ada, MI, US
Full-time

Job title : Senior Research Scientist Nutrition Research & Clinical Investigator

Department / Division : Core Nutrition / Innovation & Science

Salary Grade : EXC 16

Salary Range : $107,914 - $139,653 per year, plus annual bonus

Location : Ada, MI

What do we need :

We are looking for a Senior Nutrition Research & Clinical Investigator passionate about ensuring the sound science of our nutrition products, along with developing relevant and meaningful product and program solutions that address key customer needs in the global nutrition space.

What’s special about this team :

The Nutrition Product Development team is a cross-functional team comprised of formulation, process engineering, package engineering, and nutrition investigations.

This team’s work focuses on innovation and delivery of new products for our global nutrition portfolios that will engage our Amway Business Owners (ABO’s) and attract global consumers.

Working with this technical sciences team, you will develop new products with an open innovation mindset, working collaboratively to offer creative & engaging product solutions.

Your teamwork will continue to position Amway as the leading direct selling company in the world by offering innovative nutrition product solutions.

You can add energy / inspiration to a strong technical team!

What’s special about this role :

As a Nutrition Product Development Clinical Investigator on this team, you will evaluate scientific research to support the Nutrilite global product portfolios and provide scientific credibility to differentiate Nutrilite products from competitors.

Your role will require you to work on front end research, helping to identify relevant mechanisms of action and outcomes, and to partner with internal teams and / or external partners to advance ingredient and product technologies.

If clinical studies are warranted, you will develop protocols, identify the appropriate CRO or academic partner, oversee study execution and results analysis, and then translate the results into consumer-friendly and regulatory acceptable claims and stories which support the efficacy of our products.

Your background in both nutrition science and clinical research will be showcased in the role. Your work will maintain the high credibility of the Nutrilite brand and will offer a highly visible role, providing patent and publication opportunities.

Additionally, you will travel globally, meeting Amway Business Owners (ABOs) and sharing expert insights about Nutrilite products, nutrition, and health.

If you have a passion for health and wellness, and would enjoy translating complex nutrition science into efficacious, experiential products, this would be a great role for you! You would also have the opportunity to share your expertise with ABOs and customers around the world, offering a strong platform to spotlight your talent!

Required qualifications :

  • Advanced degree (PhD preferred) in Bioscience, Nutrition, Molecular Biology, Immunology, Microbiology or related discipline
  • Minimum 3 - 5 years background in scientific research, methods, analysis and data interpretation and publication
  • Track record of scientific presentations and / or educating the public on nutrition

Skills to be successful in the role :

  • Ability to translate complex scientific and technical concepts into consumer appropriate language, to enable communication and understanding of the science underlying the product
  • Interpersonal skills to influence and inspire both internal and external audiences
  • Experience leading clinical studies in an industry setting is helpful
  • Background in successful grant applications helpful
  • Industry awareness with knowledge of trends and innovation desired
  • RD (Registered Dietician) Certification, ACRP (Association of Clinical Research Professionals) Certification, or naturopathic background helpful

This role is Not eligible for sponsorship.

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