Senior Scientist - US Medical & Scientific Affairs
About The Position
As a Senior Scientist - Medical & Scientific Affairs, you will play a pivotal role advancing the trusted science behind well-known consumer health brands including TUMS, Gas-X, Centrum, Nexium, Gavicon and Benefiber with new research, claims, and communications. The role involves supporting the development and implementation of medical strategies, generating evidence, creating compelling evidence-based claims, scientific communications & visualizations, medical education, external expert/KOL engagement, and benefit/risk assessments. You will develop and deliver clear, credible scientific information to help consumers understand product benefits and usage, and contribute to research initiatives by developing study plans and protocols. Additionally, you will coordinate scientific advisory boards, consultant interactions, and grant applications, and provide evidence-based responses to scientific/medical inquiries. The role requires applying an evidence-based approach to product information, promotional, and non-promotional content, and partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure claims and educational materials are accessible and relevant to consumers. You will also evaluate emerging health trends and analyze scientific literature to support product positioning and claims, while building relationships with internal stakeholders and external experts.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, healthcare (pharmacy/nutrition, etc.), or a related discipline.
- Experience in a Medical/Scientific Affairs related role (1-3 years).
Nice To Haves
- Advanced degree in health sciences: PhD, MD, PharmD or similarly trained healthcare professional.
- 4+ years of experience in Medical/Scientific Affairs related role in consumer healthcare, biotech, or related field.
- Experience working with OTC
- Strong background in the interpretation, evaluation, translation, and communication of complex science for consumer and healthcare professional audiences.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, business acumen, and interpersonal skills.
Responsibilities
- Support the development and implementation of medical strategies inclusive of evidence generation, compelling evidence-based claims, scientific communications & visualizations, medical education, external expert/KOL engagement, benefit/risk assessments, etc.
- Develop and deliver clear, credible scientific information that helps consumers understand the benefits and proper use of our products.
- Support the creation of compelling claims and educational content that resonate with consumers while maintaining scientific integrity.
- Contribute to research initiatives, including development of study plans and protocols.
- Coordinate scientific advisory boards, consultant interactions, and grant applications.
- Develop evidence‑based responses to internal and external scientific/medical inquiries.
- Apply an evidence-based approach to contribute to the development and review of product information, promotional, and non-promotional content to maintain scientific accuracy and adherence to internal and external standards.
- Partner with marketing, digital, and other cross-functional teams to ensure claims and educational materials are accessible, relevant, and easy to understand for everyday consumers.
- Evaluate emerging health trends, consumer behaviors, and competitor strategies to identify opportunities for differentiation and innovation.
- Conduct ongoing review and analysis of scientific literature to support product positioning and claims.
- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external experts to ensure consumer needs are at the heart of scientific communications.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Comprehensive benefits program
- Generous 401(k) plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Time off programs
- 6 months paid parental leave
- Healthcare programs where the company pays for the majority of your medical coverage for you and your family
- Opportunity to receive a discretionary bonus based on the achievement of key business performance
- Other incentive/recognition programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
