Scientist, Scientific Affairs

Unicity International

. Serve as the scientific subject matter expert for internal teams on functional benefits, ingredients, formulations, and product positioning, including risk assessments .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timePuerto RicoJuniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical research, product development, and regulatory compliance within the nutraceutical industry, with a strong ability to translate scientific findings into actionable marketing and product strategies.

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Clinical Research ExperienceNutraceutical Industry KnowledgeRegulatory Compliance (DSHEA, FTC, FDA)Study Protocol DevelopmentStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Scientific Literature ApplicationData AnalysisStudy DesignIngredient Safety ValidationHealth Claims DevelopmentStatistical AnalysisRisk AssessmentProtocol WritingIRB SubmissionConsumer Study Leadership

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsAnalytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsOral CommunicationWritten Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

Master’s of Science (M.S.)Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

Industry Keywords

NutraceuticalsFunctional FoodsDietary SupplementsGCPICH E6HIPAAClinical Research Organizations (CRO)Peer-Reviewed PublicationsHealth TrendsBotanical Ingredients

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Google Cloud Platform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the scientific subject matter expert for internal teams on functional benefits, ingredients, formulations, and product positioning, including risk assessments
Assess the current portfolio and recommend improvements in ingredients and functional benefits
Develop new product and ingredient claims and health and nutrition propositions
Track emerging health trends and new research and share insights and future opportunities with leadership
Validate the safety, efficacy, and regulatory status of botanical and bioactive ingredients
Design fit-for-purpose studies by matching research questions, endpoints, populations, and study sizes to claims, timelines, and budgets
Lead internal studies, real-world evidence and consumer studies, and decentralized clinical research
Write protocols, informed consent forms, and IRB submissions
Oversee study conduct, data quality, and analysis
Coordinate external scientific and clinical testing
Build relationships with key opinion leaders and clinical research organizations
Develop and substantiate claims to FTC and FDA standards and support claims review for international markets
Build substantiation procedures and documents with R&D, Regulatory, and Legal
Translate science into accurate, compliant content and training for marketing, sales, and distributors
Review and approve marketing content and advertising for technical accuracy
Present at company events
Prepare reports, white papers, and publications accurately representing internal and clinical study results
Partner with marketing, R&D, and the executive team
Recommend defensible alternatives when claims are not supported

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s of Science (M.S.) or Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree or higher in a technical field such as nutrition, biochemistry, chemistry, exercise and sports science, food science, or biology
Master’s degree with 3+ years of clinical research experience, or Ph.D. with 1+ years of clinical research experience
Ability to search, understand, and apply scientific literature in developing science-based products
Extensive knowledge of human health and current trends in the nutraceutical industry
Good interpersonal, analytical, and organizational skills
Strong oral and written communication skills, including ability to explain science to non-scientific audiences
Understanding of GCP, ICH E6, and HIPAA requirements
Working knowledge of dietary supplement regulations (DSHEA) and FTC and FDA standards for claims substantiation
Ability to develop study protocols and procedures for scientifically valid internal and external studies
Working knowledge of statistics
Ability to travel and work in-office as needed at the Provo, Utah, or Las Vegas, Nevada offices
Preferred: experience in dietary supplements, functional foods, pharma, or a CRO; IRB submissions; peer-reviewed publications

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, dental, vision, life and other benefits that begin within a month
Paid parental leave
Generous vacation allowance
Company-paid holidays
401(k) with company match
Substantial company product allowance
Remote work available for the right candidate
Up to 20% travel for study sites, conferences, and company events