R&D Principal Scientist

Location: Vista, CA

Join a mission-driven team transforming the future of functional wellness through science. As the R&D Principal Scientist with my client, you’ll lead innovation that enhances ingredient potency, bioavailability, and analytical rigor—directly influencing how cutting-edge mushroom solutions reach global brands. This is a high-impact role where your technical vision will shape tomorrow’s products.

Why You Should Apply

• Lead advanced analytical method development and ingredient optimization
• Drive innovation from early discovery through full commercialization
• Collaborate with visionary scientific, mycology, and cross-functional teams
• Competitive salary range: $120,000–$140,000 + annual bonus
• Robust medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) match & more
  
  

What You’ll Be Doing

• Partner with external labs to refine analytical methods and strengthen specifications
• Validate functional and nutritional product attributes for new ingredients
• Support FSQA investigations through method testing and viability assessments
• Contribute to innovation pipeline via scientific insights and feasibility evaluations
• Manage project timelines from R&D ideation to full-scale production
• Collaborate on patent dossier creation and intellectual property strategy
  
  

About You

• M.Sc. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related scientific discipline
• Strong background in functional ingredients, supplements, or functional foods
• Familiarity with analytical platforms such as mass spectrometry, DNA sequencing, or chromatography
• Skilled at managing external labs and CRO relationships
• Organized, solutions-focused, and effective in cross-functional environments
  
  

How To Apply

We’d love to see your resume, but we don’t need it to have a conversation. Send us an email to emily@scientificsearch.com and tell me why you’re interested. Or, feel free to email your resume. Please include Job#19648 .