Scientist I, Research & Development (Fixed Term Contract)

Herbalife GBSC Krakow

About the role:

As a Scientist I, R&D you will execute the technical activities associated with the development and maintenance of Herbalife’s global nutritional supplement product lines. You will work with a high level of self-direction and autonomy. The position accountabilities include identifying, documenting and validating the appropriate ingredients, formulations and unit processes that meet product standards and requirements, including product costs, quality, safety and uniformity.

In this role you will:

• Develop innovation/renovation formulas from ideation to commercialization while interfacing with R&D, Marketing, Sourcing, Quality, Licensing, and other Herbalife corporate and regional personnel in a collaborative manner
• Follow projects from prototype development through manufacturing ensuring all formulas meet target cost and comply with the brand policy, regulatory and quality requirements
• Determine the stability of formulations and ensure commercial feasibility
• Trouble shoot testing failures 
• Hands-on formulation design, development, and optimization with guidance as appropriate.
• Review all ingredients sourced for basic safety and technical specifications
• Document all formulation work, ingredient specifications and process learning in laboratory notebooks using GLP, and utilize Agile for product documentation and approval
• Develop and execute work procedures and standards to ensure formulations and processes are robust and translatable into full-scale manufacturing
• Act as a key technical project contributor/lead, using data-based decisions from identification through commercialization
• Track project activities and metrics with R&D and Operations Project Managers
• Interact with Operations personnel to identify and verify new or alternate vendors that meet the technical and cost requirements for Herbalife products
• Gather information for transfer to Herbalife plants or vendor partners in advance of product commercialization, documenting product and process requirements
• Perform instrumental measurements as required by formulation
• Perform other related duties as needed.

Our requirements:

• Min. 2-3 years of experience working within R&D, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs and related
• MSc degree with a major in a relevant scientific discipline, e.g. Chemistry, Food Technology. Biotechnology, Pharmacy, etc.
• Experience in developing oral dosage nutritional supplements, pharmaceuticals, food, and/or beverage
• Experience in developing cosmetics and general knowledge gained in the cosmetics industry (nice to have)
• General knowledge of packaging intended for contact with food and cosmetics (nice to have)
• General knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
• Understanding of EU regulatory requirements
• Good command of English – min. B2 level
• Competent use of MS Office, particularly Excel, and PowerPoint
• Interpersonal, teamwork, project management, and communication skills (oral & written)
• Strong ability to predict and solve problems in a practical, timely, and collaborative manner
• Ability to generate and analyze data to drive correct decision making
• Ability to navigate a fast-paced environment with multiple stakeholder requirements

We offer:

• Temporary employment contact for 24 months
• Luxmed VIP package sponsored by the company
• Mybenefit System (Kafeteria or Multisport Card)
• Life and Health Insurance
• Extra hours off - wellness hours 15h per year
• Hybrid work - 3 days in the office / 2 days from home
• Annual bonus + Easter, Christmas & Vacation bonuses
• Personal development opportunities and access to online training environments like free access to the LinkedIn Learning platform
• Unlimited access to company products in the kitchen
• Free parking slots - first come first served via company application
• Family and entertainment events like Santa Clause and Childrens Day
• Possibility to shape our company through CI activities & programs.

Who we are:

Herbalife is a global nutrition company that has helped people pursue a healthy, active life since 1980. Our nutrition, weight-management and personal care products are available exclusively to and through dedicated independent Members in more than 90 countries.

Our company offers a culture focused on people, their needs, relationships and career to help expand talents and a chance to change lives: https://iamherbalifenutrition.com/.

For 40 years, weve known that good nutrition leads to a better life. If youre ready to help us on our mission for nutrition, we want to hear from you today.