Job Description

About the Role

A global leader in evidence-based nutrition and metabolic health is seeking a Nutritional Biochemist to join its on-site Research & Development team in the United States.

This role focuses on applying nutritional biochemistry, human physiology and metabolism to the design and development of next-generation nutritional formulations, particularly powdered nutrition, dietary supplements and functional food products .

The ideal candidate is a hands-on scientist with a strong background in nutrient metabolism and product formulation who thrives in a collaborative laboratory environment and values both scientific rigor and practical innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth literature reviews and scientific analyses on nutrients, biochemical pathways and functional ingredients.
• Develop and optimize powdered nutrition formulations such as protein, metabolic and performance blends.
• Translate biochemical and physiological insights into ingredient selection, dosage design and delivery systems .
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners including formulation scientists, clinical researchers and regulatory teams to ensure product quality and efficacy.
• Assess ingredient bioavailability, stability and synergy to enhance performance and nutritional outcomes.
• Support formulation projects from concept through prototype development while maintaining alignment with scientific and regulatory standards.
• Prepare technical reports, product dossiers and scientific summaries to guide internal development.

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in Biochemistry, Nutritional Science, Human Physiology or Food Science (or a closely related field).
• 10+ years of strong foundation in human metabolism, nutrient biochemistry and formulation science .
• Demonstrated experience in developing or testing nutritional supplements, functional foods or powdered nutrition products .
• Ability to interpret and synthesize peer-reviewed scientific literature and apply insights to product design.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex biochemical data into actionable formulation guidance.
• Must be able to work on-site in a laboratory environment within the U.S.

Preferred Attributes

• Hands-on experience with formulation testing , stability studies or nutrient bioavailability optimization .
• Familiarity with clinical nutrition research or translational metabolic science .
• Highly motivated, detail-oriented and adaptable in a multidisciplinary R&D environment.
• Driven by curiosity, collaboration and the desire to make measurable contributions to human health.

Why This Opportunity

This opportunity offers the chance to work with a world-class scientific team advancing the frontier of nutritional innovation. You’ll directly contribute to creating products grounded in biochemistry and validated by science that improve health outcomes for people around the world.

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