Scientific Affairs Associate
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Job no: 496546
Work type: Full Time/Permanent
Location: Victoria
Categories: Science and Regulatory
With 3,400+ team members globally, we focus on premium, science‑backed nutrition across Baby, Adult, and Pet categories, spanning seven international brands.
We’re a passionate, collaborative team working in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment, inspired by #PurposeLedCareers and focused on making a positive impact worldwide.
We’re committed to our customers, community, and environment, and to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. Our total rewards include additional leave, bonuses, wellness and health benefits, hybrid working, as well as social activities.
The variety of work creates unlimited opportunities to excel across a breadth of disciplines; you will be presented with a wealth of new pathways and opportunities to explore throughout your career. Working with us will be more than just a job; we guarantee a life-changing experience as you step into an environment that moves quickly and presents new challenges daily.
Your role within the team
As Scientific Affairs Associate within the ANZ Science & Research team, you will support the Adult Specialist Nutrition category across H&H ANZ, Asia, and key global markets. Working closely with the Scientific Affairs Manager, you will help translate scientific evidence into practical insights that inform product development, efficacy, claims and trusted communications across the H&H Group.
Key responsibilities include:
- Provide scientific and technical support across key business functions, including New Product Development, Regulatory, Marketing, Research, Public Relations and Training.
- Conduct systematic literature searches and critically review scientific evidence to inform product development, efficacy and claims substantiation.
- Support the Scientific Affairs Manager in delivering accurate, evidence-based scientific affairs guidance across the business.
- Assist in building and maintaining relationships with key opinion leaders, industry experts and relevant external stakeholders.
Desired Skills & Experience
We look for people who have what it takes to make an impact; who can challenge us to go further while pushing themselves to deliver exciting & ambitious results.
To make sure we’re setting new starters up for success, we ask that you meet a few criteria relevant to the role to be considered for this opportunity:
- A postgraduate qualification, such as a PhD or Masters, in pharmaceutical, medical, nutritional, health sciences or a related discipline.
- Strong experience conducting strategic literature searches and critically reviewing scientific evidence, ideally within the nutrition field.
- Strong capability to critically evaluate and interpret scientific evidence, including mechanisms of action, and translate complex scientific information into clear, practical insights that support product development, innovation, and business opportunities.
- Sound knowledge of nutritional and botanical ingredients and their role in human nutrition.
- A basic understanding of regulatory requirements for therapeutic listed products and non-therapeutic products, such as foods and beverages, across Australia, Europe, Asia and China would be highly regarded.
- Experience supporting product innovation within an FMCG environment.
H&H Group believes in the benefits of a diverse & inclusive workplace & aims to reflect the varied cultures within which we exist. We are committed to providing a working environment that is free from discrimination & harassment, creating a safe and inclusive environment for all.
We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, religions, racial and gender identities, sexual orientations, abilities and cultures, & our hiring decisions will be based on business needs, position requirements, & the qualifications and experience of individuals. If you require support or assistance during the application process, please notify us at the time of application and we will be sure to enable reasonable adjustments where suitable.
If you have what it takes, please apply via the online portal & we will be in touch soon. We move quickly & may fill the role prior to the application close date, so we suggest you get in touch today!
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Applications close: AUS Eastern Standard Time
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