Regulatory Affairs Scientist

Better Being • Salt Lake, UT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Regulatory Affairs Scientist reviews dietary supplements, cosmetic, and beverage labels and formulas for compliance; creates and maintains ingredient specifications; and coordinates third-party certification programs, including organic, non-GMO, and Halal. The position manages assigned regulatory projects through completion and applies foundational chemistry and mathematical concepts when reviewing formulas, specifications, and product labeling.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, food science, nutrition, or a closely related scientific discipline.
• Up to 3 years of relevant experience in regulatory affairs, quality assurance, product compliance, food science, or a related field.
• Working understanding of basic chemistry principles, including compound identity, concentration, purity, and the difference between an ingredient and its active constituents.
• Ability to perform and verify calculations involving unit conversions (mcg, mg, IU), percent composition, overage calculations, percent Daily Value, and label rounding rules.
• Ability to accurately review detailed technical documents and identify inconsistencies, omissions, and errors.
• Ability to independently prioritize and advance multiple projects with competing deadlines.
• Clear written and verbal communication, including the ability to present findings and recommendations to cross-functional partners and to correspond professionally with external suppliers and certifying bodies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel and the ability to learn company and industry-specific systems.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply regulatory text, scientific literature, and technical documentation.

Nice To Haves

• Coursework, internship, or work experience in regulatory affairs, quality assurance, or a related compliance function.
• Familiarity with laws, regulations , or guidance applicable to dietary supplements, cosmetics, food labeling, advertising claims, or consumer product warnings , such as DSHEA, 21 CFR Part 101 (labeling), 21 CFR Part 111 (dietary supplement cGMP), MoCRA and cosmetic labeling requirements, FTC advertising substantiation standards, or California Proposition 65.
• Prior exposure to third-party certification programs such as USDA Organic, Non-GMO Project, Halal, or Kosher.
• Experience with specification management, PLM, ERP, or label management systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate third-party certification programs including USDA Organic, Non-GMO Project Verified, and Halal, and support additional programs such as Kosher, gluten-free, and vegan as the portfolio requires.
• Prepare and submit certification applications, annual renewals, and product addition requests; assemble supporting documentation and respond to certifier questions and audit findings.
• Track certification status across the product portfolio and flag expirations, gaps, and at-risk items before they affect production or retail listings.
• Review dietary supplement , cosmetic , and beverage labels for regulatory compliance and internal accuracy, including required panels, ingredient declarations, allergen statements, net quantity statements, and product claims.
• Review formulations for ingredient eligibility, applicable restrictions, permitted use levels, labeling implications , and third-party certification requirements.
• Verify that marketing claims are consistent with the supporting substantiation on file and appropriately qualified.
• Coordinate label re view and revision cycles and verify that approved changes are incorporated into the final label.
• Create, review, and maintain ingredient and finished product specifications, ensuring identity, grade, source, and quality parameters are accurately captured and kept current.
• Evaluate incoming ingredient documentation — specifications, certificates of analysis, allergen and GMO statements, country of origin, and regulatory status — against internal requirements and applicable regulations.
• Request, track, and follow up on required documentation from suppliers, contract manufacturers, government agencies, and certifying bodies until files are complete.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects against launch timelines, keeping stakeholders informed of status, risks, and dependencies.
• Identify documentation gaps and potential compliance issues independently, recommend appropriate next steps, and escalate issues when additional review or guidance is needed.
• Serve as a regulatory resource to Marketing, R&D, Quality, Supply Chain, and Customer Service.
• Monitor regulatory developments relevant to dietary supplement s, cosmetics, and beverages and support implementation of required changes.
• Support of and involvement in company, department, and/or safety policies, procedures, programs and activities.
• Maintenance of a clean and orderly work area.

Benefits

• Access to our Employee Health Clinic for your medical needs.
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance coverage.
• Participation in our Family First Program, emphasizing work-life balance.
• 401(K) plan with generous employer match to help you plan for the future.
• Educational Reimbursement opportunities to support your continued learning and development.
• Wellness Incentives to promote a healthy lifestyle.
• Substantial product discounts, because we value our team members as customers too.
• Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays, ensuring you have time to rest and recharge.

What This Job Offers

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