Job Description
Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Formulator Assistant to join our Product Development team. This role is ideal for someone with a background in Chemistry, Biology, Food Science, or a related field, and at least one year of experience in a regulated industry such as nutraceuticals, pharmaceuticals, or food.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Food Science, or related field.
- At least 1 year of experience in a laboratory, formulation, R&D, or regulatory role within an FDA-regulated industry (nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, food, medical devices, personal care, etc.).
- Ability to perform basic calculations (percentages, concentrations, unit conversions, pricing).
- Bilingual (English and Spanish)
Essential Functions:
- Draft formulations for quotes, lab batches, pilots, and testing during product development.
- Troubleshoot formulations based on lab, pilot, testing outcomes, and pricing adjustments.
- Conduct basic physical and organoleptic testing (e.g., weighing, particle size measurement).
- Review regulatory documentation to ensure compliance in formulation.
- Log and track new raw materials for assigned projects.
- Maintain accurate formulation records and track development progress.
- Write change controls and deviation documents related to formulations.
- Communicate project updates to the R&D Manager regularly.
- Participate in meetings with clients, suppliers, and cross-functional teams as needed.