Research and Innovation Scientist II (Remote in the USA)

Title: Research and Innovation Scientist II Location:

USA/ Remote Position: Permanent Salary: $80,000 to $100,000 plus bonus and benefits PetLabCo. is the world leader in DTC pet supplementswith ,9-figure revenue, profitable and rapidly growing with ambitious plans for global expansion. We have a loyal community of loving pet parents and over 5 million happy dogs whose lives have been positivelyimpactedby our innovative products. Our team is vibrant, fast-moving, and customer-driven where high-performers are valued and rewarded. And it is the ideal place for an ambitious, hardworking, animal lover who wants to progress their career rapidly. About Petlab Co About the role Reporting to our VP of Research and Development, you’llplay a key role in turningnew ideasinto scientifically grounded, commerciallyviablepet products. PetLab Co.’s mission is to become the leader in science-based pet supplements. Our purpose is to help companion animals through science and innovation, creating products that can make a meaningful difference to the lives of pets and their owners. With an exciting and ever-growing pipeline featuring some of the market’s most novel ingredients and product formats, there is plenty of opportunity to bring fresh thinking into the business. You’llguide new products from early-stage innovation through formulation, substantiation, testing, and launch. Your work will include ingredient reviews, product formulation, andlab testing, working alongside our senior scientists and external partners to bring new products to life. You’llalso own a portfolio of products, research relevant ingredients, formats, markets, and category trends, and work closely with colleagues across compliance, andmarketing, as well as suppliers and manufacturing partners. We move and think quickly, soyou’llneed to thrive in a fast-paced environment and be ready to roll up your sleeves to support the team wherever needed. If that sounds exciting, we’dlove you to join our pack! Your day to day will look a little bit like this… Supporting the formulation of new products for PetLabCo.’s product range, working alongside ourR&D and NPD team. Reviewing and optimising current products, including review of ingredient scientific data to assess suitability for new or existing formulations. Supporting partnerships withsuppliers and co manufactures. Designing, organisingand executing on studies with suitable partner organisations to bring efficacy data into PetLabCo. Keepingup to dateonrelevant new ingredients and innovation within your area of focus. Working closely withcompliance and keeping abreast of evolving regulatory expectations to ensure ingredient, label and marketing claims stay compliant. Working closely with the widercross functionalteam to support the successful launch of products What You Need… Bachelor's orMaster'sof Sciencein a technical area including animal science and nutrition 3+ years of relevant industry experience in product formulation, R&Dor a related scientific field Experience with product formulationand/or new product development Working knowledge of ingredients, their mode of action, and quality variance Experience with R&D of early stage, yet unproven ingredients Experience in clearly explaining and justifying formulations and product formats Project management skills, with hands‑on experience contributing to the development and launch of new products, packagesand processes as a technical member of a cross‑functional team Excellent oral and written communication skills and learning agility Experience collaborating with outside partners to deliver project requirements The Good Stuff… 20 days PTO excluding bank holidays Company Bonus Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance Short Term and Long Termdisability Insurance Life Insurance 401K Work Remote Monthly Uber coffee/bagel and lunch Monthly Internet Stipend Petlab Co is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage all applications irrespective of gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, nationality, marital status, and disability. We believe that diversity is at the heart of innovation and we welcome passionate candidates from all backgrounds. Come join the family and see for yourself!