Vice President, Nutrition Science
Vice President, Nutrition Science
Our client, a global start-up at the forefront of the nutritional science sector, is seeking a Vice President, Nutrition Science. This executive-level role offers the opportunity to shape the organization's scientific affairs strategy and drive innovation within the food and beverage industry. The position requires a strategic leader with the ability to guide evidence-based initiatives, establish impactful external collaborations, and prioritize research efforts that advance the field of nutritional science.
Role Overview
This position plays a critical role in contributing to the development of innovative, evidence-based nutritional and food ingredient solutions. As part of a dynamic and forward-thinking team, the successful candidate will support the organization in maintaining its leadership within a competitive and rapidly evolving industry. The role demands a combination of vision, scientific expertise, and leadership to deliver measurable advancements in nutritional science.
Key Responsibilities
The Vice President, Nutrition Science will undertake the following responsibilities:
- Expertise in Nutrition and Food Ingredients: Leverage extensive knowledge to drive scientific innovation and progress, with a focus on advanced nutritional solutions.
- Strategic Scientific Leadership: Develop and implement a comprehensive scientific affairs strategy that aligns with organizational objectives and industry trends.
- External Partnerships: Establish and manage collaborations with external partners to enhance research and broaden the organization's influence within the sector.
- Evidence Strategy and Research Prioritization: Lead efforts to prioritize impactful research projects and ensure the implementation of evidence-based strategies across initiatives.
Candidate Requirements
The ideal candidate will meet the following criteria:
- Possess a Ph.D. in a relevant field, such as nutritional science, food science, or a related discipline.
- Have a minimum of 10 years of industry experience, including leadership roles that have influenced scientific direction and outcomes.
- Demonstrate expertise in building and managing external partnerships that contribute to successful outcomes.
- Exhibit a deep understanding of the nutritional and food ingredients sector, with experience in research prioritization and evidence strategy development.
- Experience in a start-up environment is preferred, with the ability to operate effectively in a dynamic and fast-paced global context.
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