Senior R&D Scientist

Catalent • Miller Township, IN

10h • Onsite

About The Position

Catalent’s Greendale, Indiana site develops and manufactures gelatin and plant-based pectin gummies for nutritional supplements and nutraceutical applications. The Senior R&D Scientist leads new product initiatives for new and existing products, focusing on complex formulations and process parameters and coordinating with procurement, quality assurance, production, marketing, suppliers, and customers. The role handles formulation, scale-up, labeling, raw material selection, and documentation from concept through launch and ongoing maintenance, supporting innovation and continuous improvement.

This is a hands-on, 100% onsite position in Greendale, Indiana. The stated schedule is 8:00 PM–5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. The role also involves work near moving mechanical parts and a usually moderate noise level. Physical demands include lifting or moving up to 35 pounds; frequent standing, walking, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, and talking or hearing; and the ability to sit, climb or balance, and taste or smell.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Food Science, Food Engineering, or a related field and at least 7 years of relevant food-industry experience, preferably in confectionery; alternatively, a Master of Science in Food Science, Food Engineering, or a related field and at least 5 years of experience.
• Demonstrated leadership in product development of supplements and confectionery products.
• Advanced mathematical skills.
• Experience in confections or supplements.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and meet the physical demands described in the posting.
• Ability to work near moving mechanical parts and in a usually moderately noisy environment.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Genesis ESHA software.
• Experience taking products from development through production.
• Gummy supplement experience.

Responsibilities

• Initiate, coordinate, and implement new product initiatives for new and existing products.
• Formulate and create bench samples for internal and external presentations while considering plant process capabilities.
• Select and evaluate raw materials and assess their impact on product behavior; acquire suitable materials at the right cost.
• Create nutritional and label information and interpret experimental data to solve problems and improve efficiency.
• Lead plant line trials, production start-ups, and first production initiatives, and monitor product performance over shelf life.
• Troubleshoot and recommend formula or process modifications to improve productivity, quality, and cost.
• Mentor junior scientists and represent the company in customer interactions.
• Collaborate with Quality, Operations, Sales, and Finance teams.
• Support Sales and Marketing with customer presentations and maintain professional customer-facing communication.
• Create documentation required under CRF111 guidelines and for supplement production.
• Understand process conditions across Bettera Brands production sites.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and lead implementation projects.
• Organize daily activities according to business priorities provided by the R&D Director.
• Seek new materials for product improvement and maintain accurate laboratory documentation.
• Maintain records of R&D materials, equipment, and samples according to established procedures.
• Prepare samples for customer shipment and maintain a clean, organized laboratory environment.
• Coordinate with production on ingredient trials and substitutions as needed.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and health and safety rules, including use of required personal protective equipment.
• Participate in required training and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive paid time off and 8 paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective on the first day of employment.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Site-based activities, including seasonal celebrations, tournaments, and appreciation events.
• Employee Resource Groups promoting diversity and inclusion.
• Environmentally friendly and community engagement initiatives.
• Defined career path with annual performance reviews and growth opportunities.
• WellHub program promoting physical and mental wellness.
• Perkspot discounts from over 900 merchants.

What This Job Offers

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