Associate Development Scientist, Global Wellness

Haleon • Augusta, GA

18h • $70,858 - $97,430 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate Development Scientist supports formulation and product development activities across innovation and development projects for Haleon’s Global Wellness category. The role works with scientists and cross-functional partners to conduct laboratory studies, generate technical data, support prototype development, and contribute to technically robust products from concept through commercialization. The scientist can build expertise across tablets, capsules, powders, gummies, liquids, semi-solids, and other consumer healthcare, dietary supplement, and food-based products. The position is based in Richmond, Virginia, and follows a hybrid model requiring at least three days per week in the office.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Food Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific discipline.
• Up to 3 years of experience in product development, formulation development, consumer healthcare, dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, foods, or a related industry.
• Experience working in a laboratory environment.
• Strong scientific, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Internship, co-op, or industry experience in formulation or product development.
• Experience with consumer healthcare, dietary supplement, food, or OTC products.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment, experimental design, and data analysis.
• Knowledge of GMP, quality systems, or regulated product development environments.

Responsibilities

• Support projects related to product innovation, development, and lifecycle management.
• Conduct laboratory experiments and technical studies in support of formulation and product development.
• Assist with formulation development, prototype preparation, and experimental evaluations under the guidance of other scientists.
• Generate, record, analyze, and communicate technical data to support project decisions and milestones.
• Maintain accurate laboratory notebooks, technical reports, and project documentation.
• Follow established procedures and contribute to quality documentation, including SOPs, batch records, validation protocols, and reports.
• Conduct work in accordance with GMP, EHS, and site quality requirements.
• Develop knowledge of formulation science and product development processes.
• Participate in technical discussions, present findings to project teams, and participate in team training and technical development activities.
• Collaborate with Consumer Science teams to translate consumer insights into product innovation.
• Support development activities that improve consumer experience and product performance.
• Manage multiple priorities across concurrent projects.
• Support laboratory operations, equipment maintenance, and organizational initiatives.
• Ensure experimental work follows good scientific practice and Good Manufacturing Practice where applicable.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits program.
• Generous 401(k) plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Time off programs, including six months of paid parental leave.
• Healthcare programs, with the company paying the majority of medical coverage for employees and their families.
• Opportunity to receive a discretionary bonus based on key business performance.
• Other incentive and recognition programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level