product development scientist

PepsiCo

<div>
 
 Overview
 
 
 
 
 PepsiCo is looking for R&amp;D Product Development Assistant Scientist (Europe Foods) to join in Leicester.
 
 
 
 The R&amp;D Assistant Scientist supports the effective delivery of projects within the Europe Foods R&amp;D Team in support of the EMEA AOP, including prototyping, leading factory trials and providing support to cross functional partners (e.g Specifications, ZBR&rsquo;s, resolving Quality issues etc) related to the portfolio.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Reporting to the R&amp;D Manager, support the execution of multiple Product Development projects for Europe Foods including renovation and innovation workstreams to enable the Europe Foods AOP delivery and innovation pipeline building.
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 Lead aspects of product development independently escalating issues as required.
 </li>
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 Lead benchtop recipe development and prototyping against marketing led concepts, and provide R&amp;D input to concept development.
 </li>
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 Contribute to workstreams to improve ways of working across the team e.g. improvement of business processes to drive greater efficiencies, sharing of knowledge to create better team cohesion &amp; developing others through embedding best practise.
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 Work effectively in collaboration with cross-functional and R&amp;D discipline partners.
 </li>
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 Leverage a combination of functional and business expertise to shape and develop the technical elements of winning consumer propositions that drive sustainable business growth.
 </li>
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 Execute complex technical projects utilising solid technical project management tools and skills to ensure objectives are accomplished on time, to the agreed standards and within budget.
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 Demonstrated application of consumer product testing, sensory, analytical data to ensure excellent product launches through creation of accurate technical product specifications.
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 Apply Technical &amp; Business Governance processes effectively from feasibility stage right through to scale-up &amp; post launch support.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
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 Graduate in Food, Science or Engineering discipline or equivalent or equivalent experience.
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 At least 2-3 years experience in FMCG R&amp;D product or technology development roles, managing NPD projects from concept to launch, ideally in the snack food product categories.
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 Demonstrated understanding &amp; application of consumer product testing, sensory &amp; analytical methods.
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 Co-ordination of 3rd party manufacturers &amp;/or suppliers to meet business goals.
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 Experience of working across different product areas.
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 In-depth analytical skills to interpret complex data and distil into meaningful information e.g. interpreting process data, experimental design and statistical inference.
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 Good understanding/appreciation of the broader business environment and application of technical and commercial knowledge during project execution.
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 Good interpersonal skills with ability to influence with integrity through persuasive communication to win support at more senior levels within R&amp;D and Supply Chain and to build effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders from different levels, backgrounds and cultures.
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

R&D Product Development Assistant Scientist

izil Beauty

<div>
 
 We are looking for a talented and analytical
 
 NPD Senior Scientist
 
 to join our growing team. As the NPD Senior Scientist, you will work with autonomy and be guided by the NPD manager to develop products, perform cost improvement projects, lead product troubleshooting, improve product performance and stability, and develop innovative products. The successful candidate will have in-depth knowledge of cosmetic formulations and product lifecycle knowledge, Microsoft tools and AI to assist in the product development phase, lab experiment tools (DOE), a deep understanding of project management, scale-up knowledge, and chemical understanding of raw materials and functions.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Description:
 
 
 
 1. Lead formulation development activities with up-to-date knowledge of emerging market trends, diverse product aesthetics and textures, advanced technologies, and innovative cosmetic ingredients, ensuring compliance with Halal, COSMOS, and GSO regulations.
 
 
 2. Demonstrate strong formulation expertise and ingredient selection knowledge in accordance with Halal, COSMOS, and GSO guidelines, balancing performance, safety, sustainability, and cost.
 
 
 3. Formulate and develop cosmetic and personal care products across skincare, haircare, makeup, and toiletries, including research, evaluation, and selection of raw materials and actives based on efficacy, safety, and cost-effectiveness.
 
 
 4. Drive product innovation by supporting marketing claims, conducting product safety assessments, substantiating claims, developing differentiated concepts, and executing cost-effective formulation optimization and reformulation strategies.
 
 
 5. Possess in-depth knowledge of stability studies, product performance evaluation, consumer study and protocol preparation and compliance requirements under GSO cosmetic regulations.
 
 
 6. Lead formulation scale-up activities from laboratory to pilot and full-scale manufacturing, ensuring product quality and consistency.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Requirements:
 
 
 
 ● Bachelor's degree in chemistry, Cosmetics, Pharmaceutical, or a related area (to be evaluated during CV selection).
 
 
 ● A minimum of 6 to 8 years&rsquo; experience in a similar role in beauty care.
 
 
 ● Advanced knowledge in statistics and lab experiment methodologies (DOE).
 
 
 ● Good analytical view, verbal and written communication skills, discipline, and customer focus.
 
 
 ● Advanced knowledge in project management tools.
 
 
 ● Effective communication and teamwork skills.
 
 
 ● Advance understanding of Microsoft tools.
 
 
 ● Deep chemical understanding of products, raw materials, specifications
 
</div>

NPD Senior Scientist

The Hershey Company

<div>Job Location: Hershey, PA 


Summary:

Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Sensory Innovation and working at The Hershey Company&rsquo;s Technical Center, the Senior Research Scientist position provides project leadership on multiple medium complexity initiatives and/or beginning to lead a higher complexity initiative with support. Complexity of a workstream can be increased through technical complexity, manufacturing complexity, speed to market, quantity of projects and cross-functional support. For the Sensory professional, complexity is driven by the learning plan and types of applied research methods. Examples of complex studies include Drivers of Liking, consumer-based specifications, large DOE studies, a combination of multiple methods or multiple waves of research. A successful candidate is adept at demonstrating and applying technical knowledge and expertise (sensory &amp; consumer research, statistics and data visualization). Ability to develop and share technical expertise within functional area and cross functionally within the organization, strong problem-solving skills &amp; the ability to think critically is important to this role. The successful candidate is proficient at communicating complex or technical subject matter written and verbally to different audiences at different levels within the organization. Ability to influence internal customers and key stakeholders and leveraging networks to provide solutions are necessary skills. 

<div>
Specific Role Focus Area: 
<ul><li>Serve as the sensory liaison to assigned brands.</li><li>Work independently and collaboratively to design, collect, analyze, interpret, and report sensory and consumer data, delivering actionable recommendations to cross functional teams and stakeholders.</li><li>Leverage knowledge of consumer and analytical sensory methods to lead research primarily for innovation but will also lead projects on product improvements and margin enhancements to existing products.</li><li>Apply analytical sensory methods strategically to complement consumer testing and ensure project objectives are met.</li><li>Contribute to the development and implementation of new/improved sensory and consumer research capabilities to further expand the department toolbox of methods.</li></ul></div> 

<div>
This role will interact and partner with: 
<ul><li>Product Development</li><li>Commercial and Innovation Marketing</li><li>Consumer Insights</li><li>Quality and Regulatory Compliance</li><li>Technology Development</li><li>External Research Suppliers</li></ul></div> 


Up to 10% travel required, primarily within the US.<div> 

Summary of major duties: 
Business Support 
<ul><li>Serve as a liaison to assigned brand teams and R&amp;D partners.</li><li>The role entails participating in recurring project meetings and working with cross-functional team members to define project objectives, identify appropriate types of sensory and/or consumer research needed, and designing test protocols (includes consumer, discrimination, and descriptive testing).</li><li>Serve as a technical thought partner to cross functional teams, helping shape learning agendas and research strategies</li><li>Planning, execution, analysis, and interpretation of sensory/consumer tests, including working with external vendors; communication of results both verbally and in report/presentation format leading to sound recommendations and business decisions.</li></ul>
Capability Building 
<ul><li>Assessment and implementation of new sensory and consumer research methods to drive capabilities, efficiencies, and performance.</li><li>Interface with suppliers and industry professionals to recommend new research approaches and tools.</li><li>Recurring Sensory team meetings to gain and maintain alignment on methods and best practices, administrative meetings, etc.</li></ul></div> 

<div>
Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform major duties/responsibilities: 
<ul><li>Proven track record of applying sensory and consumer testing methods to support the successful launch of new products and/or product improvements to existing products.</li><li>Strong knowledge and application of quantitative and qualitative consumer test methods to drive new product development and continuous improvement efforts (e.g., CLTs, HUTs, focus groups, ethnography, online surveys).</li><li>Applied experience with sensory analytical methods, including descriptive and discrimination testing.</li><li>Expertise in leading research projects, including research design, advanced statistical analysis, and reporting of complex studies to generate insights and inform business direction. Experience includes statistical modeling of sensory and consumer data, Design of Experiments (DOE), product and process optimization, category assessments, and Drivers of Liking (DOL).</li><li>Experience with statistical analysis and programming software (e.g., JMP, R, SPSS, SAS, Minitab, or similar) and advanced statistical techniques.</li><li>Proficiency in the use of sensory data collection systems, including EyeQuestion (preferred), Compusense, or RedJade.</li><li>Demonstrates curiosity and adaptability in applying emerging technologies&mdash;such as AI assisted data analytics, text generation, and predictive modeling&mdash;to improve the efficiency, quality, and scalability of sensory science projects.</li><li>Ability to collaborate effectively across and within functions that represent diverse viewpoints.</li><li>Leadership skills and behaviors, including business acumen, conflict management, and excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Advanced proficiency in Microsoft 365, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; familiarity with Microsoft Copilot or similar AI enabled productivity tools is a plus.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently with minimal supervision.</li></ul></div> 


Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: 
Education and Experience: MS in Food Science, Psychology, Statistics, or a related field with an emphasis in Sensory and Consumer Research and 2&ndash;4 years of relevant experience; or BS with 4&ndash;6 years of relevant experience. 
A degree or certification in Market Research is a plus. 


#LI-AM1 


The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The policy of The Hershey Company is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. 
 
The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veterans.

You may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our online application process as a result of a disability. 
You can request an accommodation via phone or email.

To request an accommodation via phone, please call +1 877-804-1794 and leave a voicemail with your contact information. You may also email a request for accommodation to ApplicationHelp@hersheys.com. Please be sure to include &ldquo;Accommodation Needed&rdquo; in the subject line. This will ensure that your email is routed to the appropriate contact who will handle your request.</div>

Senior Research Scientist Sensory Innovation

H.B. Fuller

<div>
 
 As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fuller&rsquo;s (NYSE: FUL) innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products people use every day. Founded in 1887, with 2024 revenue of $3.6 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,500 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in over 140 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets. Learn more at www.hbfuller.com.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Title: Scientist II
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Location: Ras Al Khaimah
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Position Overview
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Scientist II supports Research &amp; Development and Technical Service activities for strategic business markets within the BAS Business Line. This role is responsible to spearhead laboratory experimentation, advanced application testing, rigorous documentation, in-depth product evaluation, and seamless technology transfer to accelerate market impact.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 This position is required to support ongoing R&amp;D projects, product development, and lab testing critical to the BAS business. It ensures timely innovation, raw material evaluation, and technical support essential for customer and plant needs.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 PRIMARY DUTIES
 
 
 
 
 
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 Design and execute advanced lab experiments to innovate and optimize product performance.
 </li>
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 &middot;Conduct rigorous application testing tailored to real-world construction demands.
 </li>
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 Author precise technical documentation, reports, and protocols to support regulatory compliance and knowledge transfer.
 </li>
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 Perform in-depth product evaluations, including stability, efficacy, and scalability assessments.
 </li>
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 Collaborate cross-functionally to facilitate seamless technology transfer from lab to production scale.
 </li>
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 Provide technical expertise to internal teams and external customers, resolving complex challenges in strategic markets.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Critical Qualifications &amp; Expectations
 
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Proven Product Development Leadership
 
 : Demonstrated success in construction segment product innovation&mdash;from ideation and formulation to commercialization and scale-up. Track record of delivering high-impact, market-ready solutions.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Regional Expertise
 
 : Currently based in the ME region (strongly preferred) to leverage local market insights, foster agile partnerships, and drive region-specific strategies.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Technical Mastery
 
 : Comprehensive command of solvent-based products and formulations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Extensive hands-on exposure to waterproofing coatings and sealants, with deep knowledge of PU (polyurethane), MS Polymer, and Silicone technologies.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Industry Acumen
 
 : Solid understanding of construction sector dynamics, including regulatory landscapes, customer needs, and competitive trends.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Relevant Experience
 
 : 5+ years in R&amp;D, product development, or technical service within adhesives, coatings, or sealants&mdash;ideally in construction applications.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Minimum Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in chemistry with
 
 5+ years
 
 of relevant experience, OR
 </li>
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 Master&rsquo;s degree in chemistry with
 
 2+ years
 
 of experience, OR
 </li>
 <li>
 Associate degree in chemical technology with
 
 4+ years
 
 of industrial lab/application experience.
 </li>
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 Familiarity with laboratory testing methods, equipment, and adhesives‑related processes.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Preferred Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Experience with Solvent based, Water based Emulsions, Rubbers, Polyurethane, Acrylic, Elastomeric Polymers and related chemistries
 </li>
 <li>
 Knowledge of quality systems, product development processes, and adhesives performance testing.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to prepare clear, concise technical reports and customer‑ready presentations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong communication skills in English (verbal and written).
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Competencies
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Adaptability:
 
 Thrives in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment with changing priorities.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Collaboration:
 
 Works effectively across teams, prioritizing shared goals.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Customer Focus:
 
 Delivers value through technical expertise and service excellence.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Accountability:
 
 Takes ownership, ensures accuracy, and delivers high‑quality output.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Operational Discipline:
 
 Follows SOPs and ensures compliance with safety and quality systems.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Self‑Management:
 
 Performs tasks with minimal supervision while actively seeking growth.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Work Environment
 
 
 
 
 
 
 This role operates within an R&amp;D laboratory and technical center environment, requiring adherence to all safety and operational protocols.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 H.B. Fuller is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and proud to have created a collaborative culture where employees around the world are seen, heard, and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or marital status or status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected classification.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 H.B. Fuller does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with H.B. Fuller, a written service agreement must be executed by Human Resources prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed service agreement, H.B. Fuller shall not be obligated for payment of any fee or compensation.
 
 
 
 
 
</div>

Scientist II

<div>
 As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fuller&rsquo;s (NYSE: FUL) innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products people use every day. Founded in 1887, with 2024 revenue of $3.6 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,500 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in over 140 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets. Learn more at www.hbfuller.com.
 
 
 
 Job Title: Scientist II
 
 
 Location: Ras Al Khaimah
 
 
 
 
 Position Overview
 
 
 
 The Scientist II supports Research &amp; Development and Technical Service activities for strategic business markets within the BAS Business Line. This role is responsible to spearhead laboratory experimentation, advanced application testing, rigorous documentation, in-depth product evaluation, and seamless technology transfer to accelerate market impact.
 
 
 This position is required to support ongoing R&amp;D projects, product development, and lab testing critical to the BAS business. It ensures timely innovation, raw material evaluation, and technical support essential for customer and plant needs.
 
 
 
 Primary Duties
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Design and execute advanced lab experiments to innovate and optimize product performance.
 </li>
 <li>
 </li>
 <li>
 Conduct rigorous application testing tailored to real-world construction demands.
 </li>
 <li>
 Author precise technical documentation, reports, and protocols to support regulatory compliance and knowledge transfer.
 </li>
 <li>
 Perform in-depth product evaluations, including stability, efficacy, and scalability assessments.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate cross-functionally to facilitate seamless technology transfer from lab to production scale.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide technical expertise to internal teams and external customers, resolving complex challenges in strategic markets.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Critical Qualifications &amp; Expectations
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Proven Product Development Leadership: Demonstrated success in construction segment product innovation&mdash;from ideation and formulation to commercialization and scale-up. Track record of delivering high-impact, market-ready solutions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Regional Expertise: Currently based in the ME region (strongly preferred) to leverage local market insights, foster agile partnerships, and drive region-specific strategies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Technical Mastery: Comprehensive command of solvent-based products and formulations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Extensive hands-on exposure to waterproofing coatings and sealants, with deep knowledge of PU (polyurethane), MS Polymer, and Silicone technologies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Industry Acumen: Solid understanding of construction sector dynamics, including regulatory landscapes, customer needs, and competitive trends.
 </li>
 <li>
 Relevant Experience: 5+ years in R&amp;D, product development, or technical service within adhesives, coatings, or sealants&mdash;ideally in construction applications.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Minimum Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in chemistry with 5+ years of relevant experience, OR
 </li>
 <li>
 Master&rsquo;s degree in chemistry with 2+ years of experience, OR
 </li>
 <li>
 Associate degree in chemical technology with 4+ years of industrial lab/application experience.
 </li>
 <li>
 Familiarity with laboratory testing methods, equipment, and adhesives‑related processes.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Preferred Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Experience with Solvent based, Water based Emulsions, Rubbers, Polyurethane, Acrylic, Elastomeric Polymers and related chemistries
 </li>
 <li>
 Knowledge of quality systems, product development processes, and adhesives performance testing.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to prepare clear, concise technical reports and customer‑ready presentations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong communication skills in English (verbal and written).
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Key Competencies
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Adaptability: Thrives in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment with changing priorities.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaboration: Works effectively across teams, prioritizing shared goals.
 </li>
 <li>
 Customer Focus: Delivers value through technical expertise and service excellence.
 </li>
 <li>
 Accountability: Takes ownership, ensures accuracy, and delivers high‑quality output.
 </li>
 <li>
 Operational Discipline: Follows SOPs and ensures compliance with safety and quality systems.
 </li>
 <li>
 Self‑Management: Performs tasks with minimal supervision while actively seeking growth.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Work Environment
 
 
 
 This role operates within an R&amp;D laboratory and technical center environment, requiring adherence to all safety and operational protocols.
 
 
 
 H.B. Fuller is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and proud to have created a collaborative culture where employees around the world are seen, heard, and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or marital status or status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected classification.
 
 
 
 
 H.B. Fuller does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with H.B. Fuller, a written service agreement must be executed by Human Resources prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed service agreement, H.B. Fuller shall not be obligated for payment of any fee or compensation.
 
</div>

Deloitte

<div>As a functional SME embedded with our Lab of the Future product team, you will play a pivotal role in defining and refining new lab informatics product capabilities by bringing first-hand industry experience from working in, or directly supporting, pharma/biotech R&amp;D laboratory environments. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of laboratory workflows, experience with LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) / ELN (Electronic Lab Notebook), and a deep understanding of lab instruments, data modalities, and research processes across pharma R&amp;D domains to guide feature build. 
 
Recruiting for this role ends on 06/12/2026. 
 
Work You'll Do: 
 
Functional SME Supporting Product Development:
 
<ul><li>Act as the functional SME, bringing real-world knowledge from pharma R&amp;D lab environments and end-to-end lab workflows (across multiple R&amp;D domains) to define product requirements; partner with Product Management to translate those requirements into user stories, acceptance criteria, and key edge cases.</li><li>
Provide cross-domain perspective across pharma R&amp;D (discovery through development; adjacent handoffs as relevant), ensuring features support common workflows rather than narrow, single-technique needs.
</li><li>Recommend workflow improvements for efficiency, quality, and compliance, and translate them into product features and configuration options
</li><li>Define expected data outputs and end-to-end flows (sources, formats, and metadata expectations) to inform ingestion, standardization, traceability, and downstream use cases.
</li><li>Leverage expertise in lab data types (e.g., assay data, imaging data, multi-omics data) to inform product data models, integration patterns, and functional capabilities.
</li><li>Provide functional leadership and best practices for managing lab data across diverse instruments and platforms (including practical realities like missing metadata, versioning, reprocessing, and auditability)
</li><li>Partner day-to-day with Product Management, Engineering, UX, and QA to clarify intent, review designs, validate workflow fit, and support release readiness.</li><li>
Create, curate, or source open datasets (and/or realistic synthetic datasets where needed) that represent common lab outputs for functional testing, demos, and regression coverage.
</li><li>Define test scenarios that reflect real lab behavior (repeats, controls, reruns, calibration drift, batch effects, exceptions) and ensure the product handles them reliably.
</li><li>Contribute to ongoing product research and development efforts by tracking emerging trends in lab informatics, data science, and digital transformation that affect product direction</li><li>
Knowledge of automation and AI/ML applications in lab informatics and/or experience with digital transformation initiatives focused on laboratory environments
</li><li>Act as a product owner, in context of product forward deployed engineer (pFDE) pod deployed on client engagements to make the engagement successful and remove any friction in adoption of product</li></ul> 

Sales Support:
 
<ul><li>Support client-facing activities during sales cycles, including participating in demos and drafting the demo storyline to highlight the product's strongest capabilities and value proposition</li><li>
Pursuit support, helping shape use-case framing, respond to workflow/technical questions, and address objections with credible lab-domain context
</li><li>Bring insights from your experience (and structured internal feedback loops with SMEs/users) back to the product team to inform and influence the product roadmap
</li></ul> 
Astrongsuccessful candidate willpossessthese skills:
 
<ul><li>Demonstrated ability to translate domain knowledge into crisp functional requirements and to collaborate effectively in a techno-functional product environment
</li><li>Quick learner, ability to pick the rapid AI prototyping tools (Cursor, Lovable, N8N, ElevenLabs) to convert ideas to demonstrable concepts</li></ul> 

The Team 
 
This role is aligned with our ConvergeHEALTH business, serving Deloitte's Life Sciences Sector by advancing research and development initiatives. ConvergeHEALTH is dedicated to creating digitally connected ecosystems through robust analytics platforms, immersive experiences, strategic industry partnerships, and premier consulting services, all with the unified vision of centering healthcare around patient needs. A key emphasis is on the Lab of the Future product, which aims to revolutionize laboratory environments by enhancing efficiency, collaboration, and innovation, thereby driving significant advancements in research and development. 
 
Qualifications 
 
Required
 
<ul><li>Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) in computational biology, bioinformatics, life sciences, biomedical engineering, or a related field
</li><li>6+ years of experience working in or closely supporting biotech/pharma R&amp;D labs (lab operations, lab informatics, scientific data systems, or similar)</li><li>
3+ years of hands-on experience with LIMS and/or ELN platforms and how they fit into scientist workflows</li><li>
2+ years of experience working with laboratory workflows, instruments, and data modalities (e.g., flow cytometry, genomics, proteomics, imaging, or other analytical tools)</li><li>
Ability to travel up to 25%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve</li><li>
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future</li></ul> 

Preferred
 
<ul><li>2+ years of experience integrating lab instruments and data systems to streamline workflows and enable cross-platform data use
</li><li>1+ year of exposure to AWS or cloud-native concepts and modern data/analytics patterns
</li><li>1+ year of experience in regulated lab environments with familiarity of compliance expectations (e.g., GxP, 21 CFR Part 11), including audit trails, e-signatures, and validation-ready documentation
</li></ul> 
The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $64,400 to $155,400. 
 
You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.</div>

ConvergeHEALTH - R&D Life Sciences, Product Owner - Innovation_Delivery_Transformation

Elanco

Education : EQUIVALENTEXPERIENCE
 
<div>At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) &ndash; it all starts with animals!
As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life and our purpose &ndash; all to Go Beyond for Animals, Customers, Society and Our People.
At Elanco, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that diversity is the driving force behind innovation, creativity, and overall business success. Here, you&rsquo;ll be part of a company that values and champions new ways of thinking, work with dynamic individuals, and acquire new skills and experiences that will propel your career to new heights.
Making animals&rsquo; lives better makes life better &ndash; join our team today!
Senior Scientist (R2)- Target Validation and Early Project Lead
As a Senior Scientist in the Mechanistic Biology team, you will lead novel target identification and validation across multiple animal diseases to build the drug discovery pipeline. This is a non-lab role focused on guiding cross-functional teams through early-stage drug discovery by leveraging advanced in vitro techniques, functional genomics, and AI/ML data analysis.
Your Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Lead the identification and prioritization of novel targets using in-vitro/vivo experiments, literature reviews, biological assays, bioinformatics, functional genomics, AI/ML and novel approaches.</li><li>
Guide cross-functional teams through the first stage of drug discovery, from initial concept to target validation.</li><li>
Develop strategies to de-risk targets and enhance commercial viability by integrating Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls (CMC) considerations.</li><li>
Manage external CRO partnerships and foster strategic collaborations across research teams, including, technical development, preclinical development, discovery, medicinal chemistry and computational biology.</li><li>
Develop and integrate biomarker strategies and translational in vitro disease models to accelerate early-stage discovery.</li><li>
Lead the building of new indications areas identified as important in animal health.</li><li>
Assess on-target, off-target, and safety risks of pipeline assets, while providing expert physiological support on disease and drug effects.</li><li>
Develop and integrate biomarker strategies (biological, AI-enabled, imaging) from early validation through registrational studies.</li><li>
Continuously enhance expertise in study design/model development.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., GLP/GxP), accurate budget tracking, scientific integrity, and animal welfare principles.</li></ul>
What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):<ul><li>
Education: Ph.D. in Cell/Molecular Biology or a related field with several years of postdoctoral training.</li><li>
Experience: Professional experience in industry research and early-stage biotech/drug discovery, including CRO management.</li><li>
Top 2 skills: Expert in target identification and validation (including approaches such as cell line development, biological assay development, for both small and large molecule drugs, etc). Expertise in New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) such as organoids/iPSCs with proficiency in using AI/ML for target identification and validation.</li></ul>
What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):<ul><li>
DVM with aforementioned Ph.D and training.</li><li>
3 years of experience in a pharmaceutical company.</li><li>
Demonstrated success identifying novel targets and a proven publication record.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to lead projects.</li><li>
Working knowledge of applicable statistical principles and data analysis techniques.</li><li>
Experience with compound library screening and biomolecular training (RNA-seq, omics, flow cytometry).</li><li>
Ability to collaborate and influence cross functionally. Ability to work in a fast paced, agile environment.</li><li>
Experience in animal health industry.</li></ul>
Additional Information:
Travel: up to 25 %
Location: Indianapolis, IN , Hybrid Environment
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