Sr. Scientific Affairs Manager
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Job Location:
Santa Monica, CA - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 150000 - 185000
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Who We Are
O Positiv Health is a Los Angeles-based womens health company on a mission to support women through every stage of lifefrom their first period to well beyond their last. Since launching in 2018 O Positiv has reshaped the womens health space tackling long-overlooked issues with innovative science-backed products and boldly breaking taboos along the way. Our growing portfolio spans PMS & hormone balance vaginal & urinary health digestion menopause and conception supportoffering vitamins supplements and personal care products that women trust.
Today O Positiv products are sold nationwide at Target Walmart CVS Amazon TikTok Shop and . Were proud to hold the #1 Vaginal Probiotic nationwide and multiple top-performing products across major wellness categories. We are scaling fast and shaping the future of womens health. Our team combines an entrepreneurial spirit with a passion for innovation and a commitment to impact. Join us and youll have the opportunity to grow alongside a company thats making a real difference.
Your Role
The Sr. Scientific Affairs Manager is responsible for leading the science and research aspects of the R&D process for both new product development initiatives and portfolio maintenance while bridging the gap between scientific research and marketing through the creation of educational materials and assets. This role plays a key part in shaping OPs rapidly growing product line and introducing innovative offerings in womens health wellness and beyond.
The ideal candidate is an individual with a strong background in scientific literature research a natural curiosity with a willingness to learn concepts and a high level of organization among competing priorities. The Sr. Scientific Affairs Manager will report to the Vice President of Research & Development and will work cross functionally with internal and external stakeholders to support research innovation and education of O Positivs product roadmap.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide scientific affairs support by reviewing research literature to leverage concept ideation/feasibility formulation marketing assets/education and strategic partnerships
- Carry out research of innovative and differentiated formulas from concept to market that support our core customers health goals and align with O Positivs commitments / standards
- Conduct ingredient research / literature reviews; identify novel ingredients and formats to explore / evaluate for product feasibility for product claims
- Collaboratively provide interdepartmental scientific support on marketing campaigns landing pages and other customer-facing literature
- Manage project and team coordination in tracking expediting and facilitating the progress of each products development through the products launch date
- Stay up to date to new trends in ingredients (vitamins minerals herbs etc.) relevant to OPs product roadmap and concept designs
- Support the reformulation of existing products to ensure products continue to be differentiated and meet marketing and customer expectations
Qualifications and Skills
Experience:
- Advanced degree (MS PhD PharmD etc) in a related science field (e.g. Biochemistry Nutritional Science Human Physiology Food Science Pharmaceutical Science etc)
- 5-7 years of working experience working in R&D Scientific Affairs Scientific Research within the supplements industry or functional foods
- Strong ability/passion to interpret technical research and able to learn/understand new complex scientific concepts including ingredient mechanisms of action and their effects on human physiology
Interpersonal:
- Strong leadership & communication skills: listen mentor and teach by example
- Thrives in fast-paced environments
- Strong project management and prioritization skills
- Ability to manage multiple moving pieces and lead different groups of individuals
- Adaptable to new technology and innovations
- Thoughtful and self-reflective willingness to learn and adapt
- Team-player hard-working organized and goal-oriented
- Excitement for startups and building from the ground up
Hours and Compensation
The anticipated base compensation range for this role will be $150000 - $185000 annually. Compensation will be commensurate with the candidates experience and local market rates.
- Job Type: Full-time
- Pay based on prior experience
- Position will be based out of Santa Monica Los Angeles - in person (Mon-Thurs in office/Friday remote
Benefits & Perks
- Flexible PTO Sick Days and Wellness Days
- Monthly Social Hours
- Medical Vision and Dental Coverage
- 401K with matching
- $50/month Fitness Reimbursement Up to $1800 in annual wellness benefits
- An environment of collaboration high performance & respect amongst all employees and managers
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O Positiv believes in the power of building a diverse and culturally inclusive team. We seek candidates from all backgrounds to join our teams. Were driven to build a workplace based on inclusive behaviors and equitable systems where all employees can bring their authentic selves feel engaged and share their perspectives as a valued member of O Positiv.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Proofreading
- Adobe Acrobat
- FDA Regulations
- Manufacturing & Controls
- Biotechnology
- Clinical Trials
- Research & Development
- GLP
- cGMP
- Product Development
- Chemistry
- Writing Skills
About Company
Science-backed products for women’s health, from PMS through menopause—hormone balance, vaginal health, gut support & more. Shop trusted women’s vitamins.
