Acting Chief Science Officer

An opportunity has arisen to join a manufacturer of high quality ingredients – effective immediately.  This is an opportunity to make an immediate impact on the business and lead a team of dedicated scientists.

We are working with a leading healthcare company driving advancements in high value protein extraction, beyond traditional methods. Their commitment to excellence and a vision for a better world fuels their relentless pursuit of perfection. With a strong focus on material science and manufacturing technology, they have successfully incorporated groundbreaking innovations into nutraceutical supplements and cosmetic products that harness the power of protein chemistry.

You will play a pivotal role in supporting formulation studies for revolutionary products while looking at new ways to ensure maximum efficiencies are achieved within the current process. 

What You will Be Doing:

• Lead and support formulation studies to maximize the performance of nutraceutical and cosmetic product technologies, leveraging your protein chemistry knowledge.
• Participate in lab-based evaluation studies to assess the effectiveness of nutraceutical and cosmetic formulations.
• Foster a culture of scientific excellence within the team, providing technical leadership and effective communication.
• Collaborate with technical transfer teams, facilitating seamless transitions from R&D to pilot-scale manufacturing and regulatory authorities to ensure compliance in various markets.
• Support the manufacturing teams in the
  implementation of process improvement projects
  and new product processes.
• Build relationships with external partners and customers, instilling confidence the commitment to excellence in both health and beauty innovations.

Your Profile:

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline.
• Excellent technical writing skills for reports and compelling oral presentation abilities.
• Leadership experience from a laboratory or manufacturing environment.
• Experience in GMP-compliant manufacturing is highly desirable.
• Ability to make independent decisions, take ownership of tasks, and work collaboratively with stakeholders.

Benefits:

• Start immediately, with potential for permanent work for the right candidate. 
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Collaborative and inclusive work culture that encourages professional growth.
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources to support your research.

 
How to Apply: 

Apply today – we will move quickly with this role!

Click APPLY or contact Belinda on 09 200 3121 for a confidential discussion.  Apply now and be part of this groundbreaking journey in Christchurch!

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