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Science and Innovation Manager

Kalon Executive Search is partnering with an innovative, science-driven consumer health company to identify an exceptional Science and Innovation Manager. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for an accomplished scientific professional who is passionate about advancing evidence-based nutrition and bringing cutting-edge health solutions to market.

Reporting to the executive leadership team, this individual will lead scientific strategy across research, clinical validation, product innovation, and technical education. The Director will play a critical role in shaping the company's innovation pipeline while serving as a trusted scientific authority for internal teams, healthcare practitioners, and industry partners.

This is an ideal opportunity for a leader who thrives at the intersection of science, innovation, and commercialization.

*** this is a fully Remote position

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the organization's scientific expert, providing strategic guidance across product development, marketing, sales, regulatory, and executive leadership.
• Translate complex scientific research into clear, evidence-based messaging for healthcare professionals, consumers, and internal stakeholders.
• Develop educational materials including technical dossiers, white papers, product monographs, scientific presentations, and training resources.
• Lead scientific education initiatives to ensure internal teams are equipped with accurate and compliant product knowledge.
• Support product positioning through credible scientific communication and technical expertise.
• Lead the planning, execution, and oversight of clinical research programs supporting product efficacy and innovation.
• Collaborate with contract research organizations (CROs), academic institutions, physicians, and scientific partners to execute human clinical studies.
• Develop clinical protocols, study endpoints, biomarker strategies, and data collection methodologies.
• Interpret clinical findings and translate research outcomes into meaningful product claims and educational content.
• Partner closely with Regulatory and Legal teams to ensure all scientific communications remain compliant with applicable regulations.
• Drive innovation by identifying emerging ingredients, technologies, and scientific advancements within the nutrition, wellness, and dietary supplement industries.
• Evaluate published scientific literature to identify opportunities for new product development and portfolio expansion.
• Partner with formulation scientists to develop evidence-based products utilizing innovative ingredient combinations and delivery technologies.
• Provide scientific guidance throughout prototype development, formulation optimization, and commercialization.
• Support long-term innovation strategy by identifying future market trends and research opportunities.
• Represent the company at scientific conferences, industry events, practitioner education programs, and professional organizations.
• Build relationships with key opinion leaders, healthcare practitioners, researchers, and academic institutions.
• Contribute to the organization's thought leadership through publications, educational initiatives, and scientific presentations.
• Champion scientific integrity, transparency, and evidence-based decision-making throughout the organization.

Qualifications:

• PhD, MD, ND, PharmD, or other advanced degree in Nutritional Sciences, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Physiology, or a related scientific discipline.
• 7+ years of progressive leadership experience within dietary supplements, nutraceuticals, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, functional nutrition, or consumer health.
• Strong background in clinical research design, human clinical trials, biomarkers, and evidence-based product development.
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional initiatives across R&D, regulatory, quality, marketing, and executive leadership.
• Deep understanding of dietary supplement regulations, scientific substantiation, and product claim development.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills with the ability to communicate complex science to diverse audiences.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience developing nutraceutical products utilizing advanced delivery technologies such as peptides, sustained-release technologies, or other novel ingredient platforms.
• Published scientific research or direct involvement in peer-reviewed clinical studies.
• Experience presenting to physicians, healthcare practitioners, or scientific audiences.
• Working knowledge of FDA dietary supplement regulations, DSHEA, FTC advertising guidelines, and global regulatory frameworks.
• Established network within the nutrition, academic, or clinical research community.
• Lead a scientifically rigorous innovation strategy that drives new product development and long-term growth.
• Advance clinical research initiatives that strengthen product credibility and differentiation.
• Establish trusted scientific partnerships across academia, healthcare, and industry.
• Elevate scientific education across internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Enhance the company's reputation as an industry leader committed to evidence-based nutrition and innovation.

Compensation: $160,000 plus benefits

If this sounds like the position you have been waiting for, please apply using the online application or the link below - all inquiries are strictly confidential. Our focus is to assist you to make your best next career move, and we will not use your information for any other purpose.

Kalon Executive Search is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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