Senior Managing Regulatory Scientist (Ph.D., M.S., or B.S.)
About The Position
We are currently seeking a Senior Regulatory Scientist for a Senior Manager level position for our Chemical Regulation & Food Safety Practice to be based in the Washington, DC or Sacramento, CA office. Other locations may be considered. In this role you will work as part of a team to to utilize your experience and skills related to (1) nutrition (with an emphasis on animal feed), food ingredients, manufacturing process procedures, (2) ensuring current regulatory compliance requirements and industry best practices associated with food, beverages, and nutritional products (human and animals), (3) food defense related issues.
Requirements
- Ph.D. with a concentration in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, or related sciences; Masters and Bachelors degrees with relevant experience will be considered
- 10 - 20 years relevant experience
- Extensive knowledge of food industry and regulatory practices (USA, Canada, other)
- An outstanding reputation among clients for integrity, responsiveness, and technical expertise
- Proven ability to build an existing personal consulting practice comprised of a substantial client base
- Experience with marketing/business development
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple assignments under rigid time constraints
- Ability to manage client projects independently
- Ability to manage and participate effectively in team projects
Nice To Haves
- Entrepreneurial spirit is a plus
- Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV (Curriculum Vitae) with publications (feel free to include publications that are in review or pending) [not restricted to 1 page].
Responsibilities
- Providing technical expertise to our clients related to food science, regulatory affairs, product approvals (GRAS, FAP, AAFCO), and novel foods
- Regulatory strategy and interpretation for client product portfolios and related approval
- Identifying new clients and new business marketing opportunities in related fields
- Developing clients through business development and marketing efforts
- Client management and project work
- Providing scientific technical peer review
- Mentoring junior staff
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
