Global Nutrition Science & Research Lead

Global Nutrition Science & Research Lead

LOCATION: Hybrid in Lombard, IL | 1-2 days a week in office

COMP RANGE: US $135,000 - $165,000 / year plus bonus

Griffith Foods is hiring a Global Nutrition Science & Research Lead to lead the nutrition science and research activities for the company, including the identification, direction, validation and communication of internal and external nutrition research activities.

This is your opportunity to provide direction and strategic guidance regarding all nutrition science and research activities, including partnerships, investments and project development and initiation.

As a Global Nutrition Science & Research Lead your responsibilities will include:

• Develop and lead the global nutrition science & research strategy, aligning current and emerging science with business priorities and long-term aspirations
• Coordinate and govern global research activities to ensure methodological rigor, consistency, relevance, and alignment with Griffith priorities
• Define and manage priority nutrition research areas, including actionable plans to drive knowledge generation, evaluation, and internal sharing
• Serve as the Global Nutrition SME, translating and applying nutrition science internally and externally, including education of teams and stakeholders
• Lead external engagement and scientific communication, including partnerships (academia, organizations) and dissemination via publications, conferences, and presentations
• Build and maintain scientific foundations for innovation, including substantiation libraries and identification of new ingredients and technologies aligned with nutrition and business goals

The Global Nutrition Science & Research Lead position is well suited for you if you:

• Enjoy managing multiple priorities and timelines
• Use strong technical, problem solving and leadership skills to approach complex projects, communicate progress and success metrics
• Work with independence, exercising ingenuity and judgment in the approach to and accomplishment of our initiatives, actions and tasks
• Have prior industry experience, particularly in a nutrition science, communications or product development capacity

Qualified candidates will have:

• MS in Nutrition Science or equivalent
• 5+ years' nutrition experience in the food industry
• Must be willing and able to travel up to 20%
• Candidates must currently possess unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. Work visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

What will set you apart:

• PhD in Nutrition Science or equivalent
• Registered Dietitian

This role is affiliated with our Lombard, IL location, and candidates for this role need to reside within a commutable distance of Lombard or Alsip and will be required to come into Lombard. You may be asked to travel to other locations periodically for meetings.

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts, EAP, Health Advocacy, Financial Planning, Parental Leave, Care.com, Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance, Education Assistance / Tuition Reimbursement, Safety Reimbursement, Lifestyle Spending Account, Group Life & AD&D, Voluntary Life Insurance, Short Term & Long Term Disability, 401(k) Plan with Company Match, PTO, Holiday's & Leaves, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Home & Auto Insurance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Long Term Care + Life Insurance & Legal Assistance.

There is also potential for a discretionary bonus with a target of 18%. This bonus is based on personal and company performance and is not a guaranteed bonus plan.

At Griffith Foods, you can be a member of a globally connected team that is known for true, collaborative innovation, guided by our purpose to Blend Care and Creativity to Nourish The World. We are a family-owned business, founded in 1919 and headquartered in Alsip, Illinois USA. Our product capabilities range from seasonings and marinades to coating systems and sauces that are better for people and better for the planet.

At Griffith Foods, we aim to create a regenerative future and build food systems that are sustainable and resilient for both people and the planet. A sustainable supply chain enables us to deliver high-quality products in a way that supports the growers and farming communities.