Scientific Affairs Manager

Thesis•New York, NY

13d•$100 - $135•Hybrid

About The Position

We're seeking a Manager, Scientific Affairs to own scientific communications, consumer research, and ingredient strategy across Thesis and Stasis. This role sits at the intersection of science, regulatory, and storytelling—you'll translate complex research into compelling content for healthcare professionals, consumers, and internal teams while designing and running studies that inform product strategy. You'll serve as a thought partner on claims substantiation, study design, and product development, helping us build the scientific foundation for two growing brands.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (Master’s or Ph.D. preferred) in a relevant scientific field such as nutrition, food science, biology, chemistry, pharmacology, or a related discipline.
4+ years of experience in regulatory affairs, scientific research, or a related field, preferably within a regulated industry (e.g., supplements, food, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, biotechnology).
Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks (e.g., FDA, FTC).
Excellent scientific writing skills
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex scientific data.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Proactive ownership mentality with comfort operating in ambiguity.
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Proactive and self-motivated with a strong commitment to excellence.
Collaborative team player with a willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges.
Ethical and professional in handling sensitive information.

Nice To Haves

Start-up experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Develop white papers, science summaries, and educational content that communicate our research and ingredient science to internal and external stakeholders.
Partner with Marketing to ensure scientific and regulatory accuracy in customer-facing content.
Provide regulatory input during formulation development: GRAS status, ingredient feasibility, retail compliance considerations, and claims viability.
Create reusable "science modules" that enable cross-functional teams to speak confidently about our products.
Analyze ingredient literature to support new product development
Create a pipeline of new ingredients for consideration in new product development and existing product reformulations
Cultivate strategic partnerships with ingredient suppliers
Build and maintain claims substantiation packets for all products, including evidence documentation, qualifiers, and approved marketing language.
Design and program-manage studies end-to-end: protocol development, management, fielding, analysis, and stakeholder readouts.
Build and maintain the Study Playbook (SOPs, templates, vendor processes) to systematize research operations.

Benefits

Competitive compensation with an exceptionally generous equity package
Competitive Health, dental, and vision plans (including a 100% covered premium plan for all 3!)
HSA, FSA and pre-tax commuter benefits for parking and transit
Ancillary benefits through Talkspace, One Medical, Kindbody, Teladoc, Classpass and more!
401k to help you plan for the future
Flexible PTO because we respect the need for work/life harmony
$100 monthly wellness stipend for your wellbeing (e.g. massage, cryotherapy, psychedelic therapy, etc.)
Unlimited (yes, unlimited) Thesis nootropics
A strong emphasis on promoting from within and personal development
A dog-friendly office located in the heart of Flatiron steps from Union Square and Madison Square Park
Hybrid work model