📢 We're looking for an Innovation & Product Development Scientist! 🚀

At Olistic, we don't just develop supplements and cosmetics-we create science-driven solutions that redefine wellbeing. Innovation happens where science, business, and strategy meet, and we're looking for someone who thrives at that intersection.

🎯 What will your mission be?

As our Innovation & Product Development Scientist, you will lead the end-to-end development of innovative nutraceutical and cosmetic products-from the initial consumer insight to the final product on the shelf.

You will combine scientific excellence with commercial vision, helping us create differentiated, evidence-based products with real market impact.

🔬 Your main responsibilities will include:

• Designing innovative formulations for food supplements and cosmetics, selecting active ingredients based on scientific evidence, functional synergies, and regulatory compliance (EFSA, EC 1223/2009, etc.).

• Monitoring scientific literature, industry congresses (Vitafoods, In-Cosmetics), and ingredient suppliers to identify breakthrough innovations and emerging trends.

• Assessing patentability opportunities and collaborating with IP specialists to evaluate novelty, inventive step, and freedom-to-operate.

• Translating scientific evidence into compelling product claims and collaborating with Marketing and Commercial teams on product positioning, ingredient storytelling, and technical naming.

• Supporting regulatory documentation, including technical dossiers, stability studies, CPNP/NNDU documentation, safety files, and scientific substantiation of claims.

• Building strong technical relationships with ingredient suppliers, CDMOs, and research institutions while evaluating co-development opportunities.

• Working cross-functionally with Marketing, Regulatory, Operations, and Commercial teams to bring innovation to market.

✅ What are we looking for?

• Degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, or a related scientific discipline.

• 2-4 years of experience in nutraceutical and/or cosmetic product formulation.

• Strong ability to critically evaluate scientific literature (PubMed, systematic reviews, clinical studies).

• Solid knowledge of the European regulatory framework (Cosmetics Regulation, EFSA, NHP).

• Fluent technical English (written and spoken).

⭐ Nice to have

• Experience or interest in Intellectual Property and patents.

• Expertise in hair health, skin health, microbiome, or nutricosmetics.

• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams (Marketing, Commercial, Regulatory, Legal).

• Attendance at major industry events such as Vitafoods, In-Cosmetics, or Pharmapack.

• Research experience or scientific publications.

🌟 Who you are

🧩 Systems thinker - You see the bigger picture, not just the molecule.

🔬 Hybrid profile - Comfortable moving between the lab, the office, and strategic business discussions.

🚀 Impact-oriented - You see science as a tool to create meaningful products that improve people's lives.

⚖️ Rigorous but pragmatic - You are evidence-driven while understanding the pace and priorities of business.

• A young, ambitious, and collaborative environment where innovation comes first.

• The opportunity to shape the future of one of Europe's fastest-growing science-backed wellness brands.

Why join us?

🌿 Purpose-Driven Innovation: Help develop products that genuinely improve people's wellbeing through science.

🚀 Real Impact: Take ownership of the full innovation journey-from concept to consumer.

🤝 Collaborative Culture: Work alongside experts across science, marketing, operations, and commercial in a highly cross-functional environment.

💼 Growth Opportunities: Competitive compensation, professional development, and the chance to influence the future of an ambitious international brand.