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VP, R&D Formulation

Remote (United States)

#KeepGrowing with Nutrafol

We’re a growing company. Everything we do, we do to help people grow into the best version of themselves. As the pioneers of hair wellness, we create clinically tested products for hair growth and provide support for people at every step of their hair journey.

Our multi-factorial approach targets key root causes of hair thinning using a patented blend of standardized vitamins, minerals and natural ingredients -- and is recommended by over 7,500 physicians and hair professionals for trusted, reliable results. We never settle, and are continuously challenging existing treatments and methodologies to advance the frontier of hair science. As we help our customers grow, we grow too -- by embracing individuality and differences, leading by example, and empowering ourselves and others with our passion for wellness and innovation.

Keep growing. It’s our mantra. Our commitment to helping anybody and everybody committed to realizing their own potential to grow.

About You

We are seeking a Vice President of R&D Formulation to lead and scale formulation efforts across the product portfolio of our supplement and cosmetic businesses at Nutrafol. This is a key executive leadership role, reporting directly to the Chief R&D Officer.

Responsibilities:

Formulation Development and Strategy

  • Manage a team of formulators, scientists and technical experts and oversee product formulation, prototyping, sensory testing, stability studies  and scale-up trials.
  • Design formulations, including solid and liquid dosage forms, troubleshoot formulation-related issues and optimize formulations based on results.
  • Help define and execute the R&D strategy aligned with business objectives and customer needs.
  • Effectively partner with cross-functional leaders in Marketing, Product Development,, Innovation, Clinical and Medical Affairs, Regulatory and Quality Affairs, and Supply Chain departments.
  • Ensure compliance with FDA regulations and quality requirements.
  • The candidate must have demonstrated an ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary, dynamic environment with excellent scientific and communication skills.

Team Leadership & Structure

  • Build, mentor, and scale a high-performing Formulation team
  • Foster a collaborative, fast-moving, and accountable culture

Commercial & Technical Oversight

  • Ensure product feasibility, stability, scalability, and cost-effectiveness
  • Drive partnerships with co-manufacturers and ingredient suppliers to deliver high-quality formulations
  • Establish KPI’s for formulation timelines, technical deliverables and product performance metrics.
  • Manage R&D budgets, resource allocation, and external partnerships

 

Strategic Input

  • Serve as a thought leader within the business for new formats, categories, and technologies
  • Present to Executive and Board-level stakeholders

Requirements

  • Ph.D. or equivalent in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field
  • 15+ years of progressive experience in R&D leadership in a CPG or dietary supplements company, or health-focused cosmetics brand; hair category experience is required
  • Proven leadership in developing and launching consumer products at scale
  • Deep understanding of ingredient science, formulation and scale-up processes, with the ability to identify vendors/collaborators/opportunities for innovation and improvement
  • Experience in partnering with external partners, co-manufacturers and raw material suppliers.
  • Understanding of cGMP, FDA regulations, DSHEA, and cosmetic regulatory standards
  • Ability to work cross-functionally in a high growth, agile environment
  • Strong commercial intuition and consumer focused mindset
Nutrafol takes into consideration a wide range of factors in final compensation decisions, including but not limited to: skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, qualifications and education, and other business and organizational needs. The listed range is applicable only to the annual base salary and does not include additional perks, benefits, or applicable bonus eligibility comprising the total compensation package.

Salary Range:

$230,000 - $250,000 USD

Perks & Benefits

  • Fully remote work experience
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision package, including FSA program
  • 401K with employer match
  • Quarterly Bonus Program
  • Flexible PTO
  • Two company-wide wellness breaks every day
  • Free lunch on us every Tuesday and Thursday via Seamless/Grubhub
  • Monthly wellness stipend
  • Monthly internet stipend
  • Monthly cell phone stipend
  • Annual learning & development stipend
  • Wellness Program, including virtual Wellness Sessions & No-Meeting Wednesdays
  • Free meditation app membership (Headspace)
  • Free Nutrafol subscription
  • Pet insurance and benefit programs

 

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