Abbott

Research Scientist Product Development - Nutrition - Columbus, OH

Abbott • $99K — $198K *
Columbus, OH 43230In-Person
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • BS in Food Science or related field; MS/PhD preferred with relevant experience
  • 12+ years experience for BS, 8+ years for MS, 3+ years for PhD
  • Strong analytical and communication skills
  • Proven collaborative team skills with cross-functional colleagues
  • Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
  • Basic physical requirements for R&D trials, including lifting and standing.

Responsibilities

  • Develop new nutritional products for global launch
  • Lead technical development of complex nutritional products
  • Plan and execute experimental designs for product optimization
  • Interpret test results and establish action plans
  • Manage commercial production readiness for new formulations
  • Lead product development teams across various business functions
  • Act as a subject matter expert in product formulation.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits for employees and families
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Engagement with cross-functional teams and diverse projects
  • Support for innovation and strategic influence in product development
Full Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION:

Research Scientist Product Development

The Opportunity

Our location in Columbus, OH, currently has an opportunity for a Research Scientist Product Development.

In Research & Development (R&D) our ambition is to provide innovative high-quality products, creating sustainable value, delivering superior user experience and enhancing health outcomes at all stages of life.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Day-to-day activities may include but are not limited to the following:

Primary Function:
  • Develop nutritional products for commercial launch in global markets by creating new formulations which will deliver improvements to product claims, comply with regulatory requirements and/or reduce product cost.
  • Independently lead the technical development of nutritional products of various complexities.


Major Responsibilities:
  • Plan and execute experimental designs to optimize the nutrient, microbiological, organoleptic, and physical quality of new and/or improved products while adhering to relevant internal and external constraints.
  • Interpret test results and develop conclusions and action plans. Communicate through verbal and written updates and reports.
  • Execute commercial production readiness activities on new formulations through the launch of the product.
  • Act as lead product developer on cross-functional business teams including Marketing, Operations, Quality, Purchasing, Regulatory and Legal. Lead project Technical Team meetings and be able to communicate with Sr. leadership levels throughout the organization.
  • Serve as product formulation subject matter expert supporting all areas of the business (Marketing, Commercial Operations, Quality Assurance, etc.).
  • Position may have direct reports.


Accountability/Scope:
  • Conceive, design, conduct, and lead formulation development efforts for challenging global projects to make them feasible and ready for commercial production.
  • Build by growing knowledge and skills and providing relevant guidance to help indirect/direct reports advance in the organization.
  • Deliver new and improved products with quality, accuracy, and expediency by executing development plans, providing recommendations and required documents, and identify and communicating levels of risk.
  • Innovate by proposing process and/or product improvements that benefit R&D and the customer. Challenge assumptions, problem solve and determine root cause for technical issues.
  • Embrace the organization's vision and strategy and influence project strategy by understanding the larger business context and creating role-appropriate strategies.


EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE, YOU'LL BRING
  • BS in Food Science or related scientific field required. BS with 12+ years of relevant experience, MS with 8+ years relevant experience, or PhD with 3+ years of relevant experience preferred.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, strong analytical skills, and attention to detail is a must.
  • Self-starter with a proven ability to work collaboratively on teams and with cross-functional colleagues.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects and adapt in a speed oriented, rapidly changing environment.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time (up to 6 hours) and lift 25 lbs. to execute and support R&D trials approximately two times per month on average.


MISC:
  • This is an on-site role - not a remote role.
  • Sponsorship: we will not provide sponsorship of any kind for this role (including OPT).
  • Relocation assistance is not offered for this role.


Apply Now

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life.

The base pay for this position is
$99,300.00 - $198,700.00
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:
Product Development

DIVISION:
ANRD Nutrition Research & Development

LOCATION:
United States > Columbus : RP04

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:
Standard

TRAVEL:
Yes, 5 % of the Time

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
No

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)

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Learn more about Abbott
Size
113,000 employees
Market Cap
$189 billion
Industry
Healthcare
Net Income
$4.4 billion
Founded
1944
5 Year Trend
+15.6%
Revenue
$34.6 billion
NASDAQ
ABT
* Ladders Estimates

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