Expert Formulation Development Scientist

Location: Chattanooga, TN

About the Job

At Sanofi Consumer Healthcare, we build trusted and loved brands that connect with hundreds of millions of consumers worldwide. Our mission is to enable better self-care for individuals and communities, while also contributing to a healthier planet. We strive to act as a force for good by integrating sustainability along our business and employees’ mission and operate responsibly from both a social and environmental point of view. To achieve this, we need people who can shape the future of our business and help us on our journey to becoming the best fast-moving consumer healthcare company in and for the world.

We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Senior Formulation Scientist to join our dynamic Research & Development team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in formulation science and a proven track record of developing consumer-centric products, particularly in the consumer health care, over-the-counter (OTC), and topical skin care sectors. This role requires a deep understanding of consumer insights to drive the creation of products that meet and exceed customer expectations.

Main Responsibilities:

Formulation Development: Lead the development of new formulations and improve existing ones, through bench work leveraging DOE (Design Of Experiment) Principles, while ensuring they meet regulatory standards and company quality guidelines.

Consumer Health Care, OTC, and Topical Skin Care Development: Focus on the development of consumer health care, OTC, and topical skin care products, leveraging scientific expertise to create safe and effective solutions. Familiarity with the relevant OTC monograph is a must.

Consumer Insights Integration: Collaborate with the Consumer Insights team to understand market trends, consumer preferences, and feedback. Use this data to guide formulation strategies and product development.

Project Management: Manage multiple formulation development projects simultaneously, from concept-working with marketing-to pilot plant-working with Process team-to ensure timelines and budgets are met.

Innovation: Stay abreast of the latest scientific advancements and industry trends to incorporate cutting-edge technologies and methodologies into product formulations.

Testing and Analysis: Design and conduct experiments to test the stability, efficacy, and safety of formulations. Analyze data and prepare detailed reports.

Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all formulations comply with relevant regulations and standards. Prepare and review documentation for regulatory submissions.

Communication: Demonstrate strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively convey complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences, including senior management and marketing.

About You

Phd in Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, Pharmacy or other Healthcare Science required; or B.S. with minimum 5 years of experience; or M.S. – minimum 3 years experience,

Relevant experience in formulation development, preferably in the consumer goods, consumer health care, pharmaceutical, or topical skin care industry.

Strong understanding of consumer insights and their application in product development.

Proven ability to manage complex projects and work within cross-functional teams.

Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Strong communication and presentation skills.

Willingness to work on a diverse team and foster an inclusive team environment.

This position may require some overnight business travel up to 15%.

Why choose us?

Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.

Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.

Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.

Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave.

Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.

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