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WE'RE HERE TO BRING DELIGHT TO THE WORLD OF NUTRITION
OLLY is a fast-growing company working to bring simplicity and delight to the world of nutrition. Yes, stuff like vitamins and probiotics. We see only upside in the opportunity to transform the category experience. Not only that, we believe you can't have happy without healthy. And isn't true happiness where it's at? So we've made it our personal mission to help people make healthy choices by making it easier than ever for them to get better nutrition into their daily lives. We're super passionate about the work that we do and we're on the hunt for a fellow self-starter to join our ambitious bunch.
We hope you'll indulge us as we toot our own horn a little. We currently have over 40 products sold nationwide at retailers including Target, CVS, Safeway, Whole Foods, Walmart and many more. We got off to a fast start and have already been recognized as a successful, transformational brand in both the supplement and nutrition categories. As you can imagine we need more rock stars to help us continue the pace as we have high hopes for our future.
OK, one last tidbit or two - in 2019 we joined our friends over at Unilever to help us grow OLLY into a global brand. We are also a B-Corp, so doing social good is built into our DNA and we're headquartered in the heart of San Francisco with a culture that reflects the friendly, optimistic and health-minded values of the brand. Our goal is to build a uniquely special company and brand that will make us all proud!
But Enough About Us Let's Talk About You
You are welcome at OLLY for who you are, no matter where you come from, what you look like, or what healthy means to you. Our products are for everyone, and so is our workplace. The more voices we have represented and amplified in our business, the more we will all thrive, contribute, and shine. So bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It's in our differences that we will find our inspiration to help people be happy from the inside out.
THE ROLE: SCIENTIFIC AFFAIRS ASSOCIATE
The Scientific Affairs Associate will be instrumental in supporting the development and documentation of scientific substantiation for products. This role includes creating and maintaining substantiation files, addressing consumer inquiries, developing a database of active ingredients, supporting clinical research activities in collaboration with Contract Research Organizations (CROs), and working closely with the legal team to ensure product claims and documentation meet regulatory and legal standards.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The ideal candidate is a science-savvy superstar who loves diving into the nitty-gritty of product substantiation and compliance. They’re a whiz at keeping scientific substantiation files up-to-date and ensuring everything meets regulatory standards. With a knack for supporting research projects and evaluating market claims, they manage a treasure trove of active ingredient data, ready for the next big innovation. They’re also experienced at designing and executing clinical studies, from protocol development to data analysis, ensuring every product claim is backed by solid science. Working hand-in-hand with R&D, Regulatory Affairs, Legal, and Brand teams, they make sure all scientific communication is spot-on and compliant.
CAPABILITIES + SKILLS REQUIRED
LOCATION: San Francisco, CA - Hybrid schedule.
HOURS: Full-time, Exempt
MANAGER: Senior Scientific Affairs Director
PLEASE NOTE: Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
The pay range for this position is $70,000 -86,000 dependent on experience.
WHAT WE OFFER:
OLLY is a fast-growing company working to bring simplicity and delight to the world of nutrition. Yes, stuff like vitamins and probiotics. We see only upside in the opportunity to transform the category experience. Not only that, we believe you can't have happy without healthy. And isn't true happiness where it's at? So we've made it our personal mission to help people make healthy choices by making it easier than ever for them to get better nutrition into their daily lives. We're super passionate about the work that we do and we're on the hunt for a fellow self-starter to join our ambitious bunch.
We hope you'll indulge us as we toot our own horn a little. We currently have over 40 products sold nationwide at retailers including Target, CVS, Safeway, Whole Foods, Walmart and many more. We got off to a fast start and have already been recognized as a successful, transformational brand in both the supplement and nutrition categories. As you can imagine we need more rock stars to help us continue the pace as we have high hopes for our future.
OK, one last tidbit or two - in 2019 we joined our friends over at Unilever to help us grow OLLY into a global brand. We are also a B-Corp, so doing social good is built into our DNA and we're headquartered in the heart of San Francisco with a culture that reflects the friendly, optimistic and health-minded values of the brand. Our goal is to build a uniquely special company and brand that will make us all proud!
But Enough About Us Let's Talk About You
You are welcome at OLLY for who you are, no matter where you come from, what you look like, or what healthy means to you. Our products are for everyone, and so is our workplace. The more voices we have represented and amplified in our business, the more we will all thrive, contribute, and shine. So bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It's in our differences that we will find our inspiration to help people be happy from the inside out.
THE ROLE: SCIENTIFIC AFFAIRS ASSOCIATE
The Scientific Affairs Associate will be instrumental in supporting the development and documentation of scientific substantiation for products. This role includes creating and maintaining substantiation files, addressing consumer inquiries, developing a database of active ingredients, supporting clinical research activities in collaboration with Contract Research Organizations (CROs), and working closely with the legal team to ensure product claims and documentation meet regulatory and legal standards.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop, maintain, and update scientific substantiation files for products, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal standards.
- Provide support on scientific research and substantiation projects and market claims evaluations that align with business initiatives
- Create and manage a comprehensive database of active ingredients used in the company’s products and for pipeline innovation readiness.
- Document scientific evidence supporting the use of these ingredients, including their benefits, safety, and mechanisms of action.
- Assist in the design and execution of clinical studies, including protocol development, obtaining quotes and refinement, data collection, and analysis
- Review and interpret clinical data, ensuring alignment with product claims and inclusion in substantiation files.
- Support scientific publication efforts
- Work closely with the legal team to ensure that all product claims and scientific documentation comply with regulatory guidelines and legal standards.
- Collaborate with the R&D, Regulatory Affairs, Legal, and Brand teams to ensure alignment on product claims and scientific communication.
- Contribute to the culture to make life at Camp OLLY (our office) better for all of us!
The ideal candidate is a science-savvy superstar who loves diving into the nitty-gritty of product substantiation and compliance. They’re a whiz at keeping scientific substantiation files up-to-date and ensuring everything meets regulatory standards. With a knack for supporting research projects and evaluating market claims, they manage a treasure trove of active ingredient data, ready for the next big innovation. They’re also experienced at designing and executing clinical studies, from protocol development to data analysis, ensuring every product claim is backed by solid science. Working hand-in-hand with R&D, Regulatory Affairs, Legal, and Brand teams, they make sure all scientific communication is spot-on and compliant.
CAPABILITIES + SKILLS REQUIRED
- 1-3 year of experience in a scientific affairs or related role in the nutraceutical industry/space.
- Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Pharmacology, Nutrition Science, or a related field) is required. A Master’s degree is preferred.
- Strong understanding of scientific research methods, clinical trial design, and regulatory requirements.
- Experience with the creation and maintenance of scientific substantiation files.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex scientific information into clear, consumer-friendly language.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management skills.
- Experience working with or at a Contract Research Organizations (CROs) preferred.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements for product claims in dietary supplements preferred.
- Familiarity with statistical analysis and data interpretation preferred.
- Self-driven and solution oriented; proven success with taking a hands-on approach in ambiguous situations
- Initial video screen with a member of our Talent team
- Round 1: Conversation with the Hiring Manager + 1-2 conversations with other Ollies on the team
- Round 2: 2-3 conversations with team or cross functional Ollies
- Final Round: Homework*
- At OLLY, our final round is called Homework. Candidates who participate in this round are given 3 questions in advance to answer and present to the interview panel they previously spoke with in the process. We understand every candidate is different. If you need a reasonable accommodation to adjust this procedure, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can evaluate and provide other options that work for your needs
LOCATION: San Francisco, CA - Hybrid schedule.
HOURS: Full-time, Exempt
MANAGER: Senior Scientific Affairs Director
PLEASE NOTE: Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
The pay range for this position is $70,000 -86,000 dependent on experience.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- An opportunity to work with an intelligent, inspiring, and extraordinarily fun team
- 100% employer-paid medical coverage for employee only, dental + ortho, and vision insurance
- 4 weeks PTO + paid holidays + 12 Mental Health Days per year
- 100% Paid parental leave, Fertility + Adoption Benefits
- Annual Bonus
- 401(k) plan with Employer Match
- Hybrid Work + Wellness + Cell Phone Stipends
- Free product
- And much more!
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