Products Expert Topical-Formulation Development Scientist

Location: Chattanooga, TN

About the job

Are you ready to shape the future of Consumer Health? Your skills could be critical in helping our teams accelerate progress. Join our R&D group as a Senior Formulation Scientist and you will be required to develop consumer-centric products, particularly in the consumer health care, over-the-counter (OTC), topical skin care and OTC patch development sectors. This role requires a deep understanding of consumer insights to drive the creation of products that meet and exceed customer expectations.

Opella, the Consumer Healthcare business unit of Sanofi, is the purest and third-largest player globally in the Over-The-Counter (OTC) & Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements (VMS) market. 

We have an unshakable belief in the power of self-care and the role it can play in creating a healthier society and a healthier planet.

That’s why we want to make self-care as simple as it should be by being consumer-led always, with science at our core.

Through our unique and balanced portfolio of more than 100 loved brands, including 15 global and local high-growth challengers such as Allegra, Dulcolax and Buscopan, we deliver our mission: helping more than half a billion consumers worldwide take their health in their hands. 

This mission is brought to life by an 11,000-strong team, 13 best-in-class manufacturing sites, and 4 specialized science and innovation development centers.

We are also proud to be the first major fast-moving consumer healthcare company to achieve B Corp certification.

Join us on our mission. Health. In your hands.

Main responsibilities:

Formulation Development: Lead the creation and enhancement of formulations using bench work and DOE principles, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and quality guidelines.

Consumer Health Care Product Development: Develop OTC, topical skin care, and OTC patch products, utilizing scientific expertise and adhering to OTC monographs.

Consumer Insights Integration: Collaborate with Consumer Insights to align formulations with market trends, consumer preferences, and feedback.

Project Management: Oversee multiple projects from concept to pilot scale, ensuring alignment with timelines and budgets while working with cross-functional teams.

Innovation and Trends: Incorporate cutting-edge technologies by staying informed on scientific advancements and industry developments.

Regulatory Compliance and Testing: Ensure formulations meet all regulatory standards through stability, efficacy, and safety testing, with comprehensive data analysis and reporting.

Mentorship and Teamwork: Mentor junior scientists and interns, foster teamwork, and support collaborative problem-solving in a diverse and inclusive work environment.

About you

Advanced degree in Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, Pharmacy, or other Healthcare Science from an accredited college required.

Required experience: B.S. with 5+ years, M.S. with 3+ years, or Ph.D. with relevant industry experience.

Experience in formulation development within consumer goods, consumer health care, pharmaceuticals, skin care, or OTC patch industries.

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

Proven ability to manage complex projects and collaborate in cross-functional teams.

Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in communication and presentation.

Commitment to working within and fostering a diverse, inclusive team environment.

Proficiency in relevant software and analytical tools; willingness to travel overnight 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

Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let’s be those people.

At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ability or gender identity.

Watch our ALL IN video and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at sanofi.com!

US and Puerto Rico Residents Only

Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally inclusive and diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; natural or protective hairstyles; 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.