Research & Development Specialist (food supplements)

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

•        In charge of research statistics, general documentation, pre-screening, and evaluations of New Potential products and Research & Development (R&D) driven products

•        In charge of communications, general documentation, pre-screening, and evaluations of New Potential suppliers and Research & Development (R&D) driven suppliers

•        Contacting and establishing relationships with suppliers for long-term business development

•        Leads product assessment/reviews as against government regulations and corporate standards for supplier and product quality

•        Execute the activities assigned and ensure proper coordination with the cross-functional team

•        Prepares and maintains records of Foreign agency agreements, CDA, MOU, and other highly confidential documents

•        Conduct necessary research and data gathering to understand, market trends, Market gaps,

•        evaluates emerging technologies and market-based trends in his/her category and assesses implications and applies to a current portfolio in the area of new product and brand value optimization

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

•        Bachelor's/College Degree in Pharmacy, Food Technology, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or equivalent

•        Must have at least 1-2 years of experience working in R&D for pharmaceuticals

•        Professional License is required

•        Training/certification is not required but is a plus

•        Must have a thorough understanding of GMP (Good Manufacturing, Laboratory, Distribution Practices) requirements

•        Proficiency in the use of computers and MS Office applications required for presentations and reporting

•        Must be knowledgeable on FDA registration guidelines and regulations

•        Knowledge of research principles, concepts, practices, and methods

•        Knowledge of scientific laboratory research techniques

•        Amenable to working in Parañaque City in an office-based setup