Formulation Scientist (Product Development) - Princeton, NJ & Newark, NJ

Formulation Scientist (Product Development)

Princeton, NJ & Newark, NJ

Onsite

As a Formulation Scientist at dsm-firmenich, you will bring new dietary supplement innovations to life! From concept to prototype, you’ll research, formulate, and refine cutting-edge products, gummies, stick packs, tablets, and capsules—using your hands-on expertise. You’ll tackle formulation challenges, analyze data, and optimize product performance while working with state-of-the-art lab equipment. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you’ll ensure compliance with GMP and regulatory standards, all while shaping the future of nutrition and wellness.

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work, benefiting to our People, Customers & Communities and driving business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research, develop prototypes, and run lab machines in the dietary supplement/Pharma/Medical Nutrition lab independently, formulating and optimizing applications such as gummies, stick packs, and tablets to meet taste, texture, and stability requirements.
• Analyze project challenges, propose solutions, and report findings through data collection and evaluation.
• Manage daily lab operations, including equipment calibration, cleanliness, and organization.
• Support application projects and prototype development under the guidance of the Applications Lab Manager.
• Perform routine and non-routine lab tests, analyze results, and coordinate with external labs as needed.
• Ensure compliance with SHE requirements, GMP, GLP, and support requests from Marketing, Sales, and Technical Services.
  
  

The salary or hourly wage scale provided reflects the pay range DSM expects to pay the successful candidate for the position. Individual pay offered will be based on the applicant’s job-related skills, experience, relevant education, or training, and primary work location. This position is also eligible for bonuses and benefits, which are not included in the pay scale provided. Salary $85,000 – $110,000.

We Bring

• Opportunities for growth and advancement for those who embrace innovation and take initiative.
• Collaboration with experts in health, nutrition, and beauty to drive progress.
• Customer-first approach, working with world-renowned brands to turn ideas into impactful solutions.
• Opportunity to build a career making a significant impact on billions of lives, with the freedom to shape your own path.
• Dedication to creating better futures for customers, communities, people, and the planet.
• Supportive environment where individuals are empowered to progress and contribute to meaningful change.
  
  

You Bring

• A degree in Science or a Technical Discipline (Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Science, Food Science, Chemical Engineering).
• 3 years of experience in formulation work within the Pharmaceutical, Dietary Supplement, or Food Industry.
• Hands-on experience with dosage forms like, gummies, stick packs, tablets, and capsules, plus familiarity with GMP and regulatory requirements. Experience with flavors is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills with experience using lab instruments (e.g., hardness tester, pH meter, sieve analysis,). Excellent problem-solving abilities, time management, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, strong communication skills, and a willingness to learn and adapt.
• The ability to travel to our Newark, NJ facilities about once per week.
  
  

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.

As a committed equal opportunity employer, we ensure our recruitment practices are inclusive and fair. We encourage the recruitment of a diverse workforce, representative of the communities in which we work, by using inclusive language, diverse interview panels, diversified sourcing strategies. Selection is based on qualifications, competency, experience, performance history and fit with the team to advance fair and equitable opportunity.

Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, backgrounds, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.

About Dsm-firmenich

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people. www.dsm-firmenich.com

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