Formulator / Scientist

Formulator / Scientist

We are seeking a Formulator/Scientist with hands-on experience in sports nutrition product development, including protein powders, pre-workouts, hydration blends, and flavored drink mixes. The ideal candidate is not only technically competent but also comfortable communicating directly with customers, understanding their product vision, and translating it into commercially viable formulations.

You will work alongside our Sales Team and Production teams, contributing to the development of clean-label, performance-driven supplements with best-in-class taste and functionality.

Key Responsibilities:

Formulation Support: Assist in the development and testing of sports nutrition products, including pre-workouts, proteins, and electrolyte blends

Flavor Development: Work on flavor masking, sweetener balancing, and sensory optimization for powdered supplements

Customer Interaction: Participate in client calls and email communications to understand formulation goals, ingredient preferences, and sensory expectations

Sample Preparation: Prepare internal and customer samples for tasting, testing, and stability reviews

Documentation: Maintain formulation records, ingredient specs, and version control within R&D logs

Cross-Functional Support: Collaborate with QA, production, and procurement to ensure formula feasibility, cost-efficiency, and manufacturability

Regulatory Awareness: Support compliance by ensuring ingredient choices meet regulatory guidelines for dietary supplements

Salary: 125,000

Benefits & Relocation

Medical, Dental, LTD, STD, Tuition Reimbursement is also offered

Relocation: Prefer local, but will support a lump sum move for a renter

Qualifications:

1-3 years of experience in dietary supplement formulation (with a focus on sports nutrition strongly preferred)

Practical knowledge of flavor systems, sweeteners, and functional ingredient interactions

Experience working with protein powders (whey, vegan, blends), pre-workouts, BCAAs, hydration mixes, etc.

Strong communication skills and customer-facing professionalism

Familiarity with FDA regulations, supplement facts panel creation, and GRAS ingredient usage

Comfortable using formulation software, spreadsheets, and basic lab equipment

Science degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Chemistry, or related field (preferred but not required if experience is strong)

Nice to Have:

Experience working at a contract manufacturer or flavor house

Knowledge of ingredient suppliers and sourcing

Exposure to the full product lifecycle from concept to commercialization

Interest in fitness, sports nutrition, or wellness industries

**If youd like to hear more about this opportunity and others we are currently working on, please contact Kristine OSullivan at ....

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