R&D Data Scientist

Job Title: R&D Data Scientist

Job Description

As an R&D Data Scientist, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the digitalization and implementation of various digital tools for analytical and stability workstreams within the Wellbeing Collective. Your focus will be on new product development life cycles, working on both global and EC R&D Lab-based projects related to analytical and stability functions.

Responsibilities

• Implement LIMS for product stability studies at both development and commercial trial stages. Develop new templates and coordinate study setup to facilitate laboratory team execution.

• Collaborate with analytical scientists to build the stability studies database in LIMS by integrating existing datasets.

• Enhance data interpretation and kinetic modeling by utilizing Data Lab's capabilities to address challenges in data analysis for product stability studies.

• Develop standardized templates and define a systematic workstream to ensure effective implementation of Electronic Laboratory Notebook (ELN) practices.

• Provide training and ongoing support to the R&D product development team for the integration of digital tools into daily workflows.

• Adhere to GMPs, SHE requirements, and other applicable regulations, ensuring timely completion of SHE assigned trainings.

• Report any unsafe acts or conditions observed in the workplace and participate in safety-related processes and activities.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in chemistry or related science.

• Hands-on experience with digital tools and programming principles.

• Ability to apply scientific principles and techniques to assigned projects.

• Understanding of stability studies and analytical sciences.

• Experience in research & development, stability testing, and data analysis.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Ability to work well with others.

• Fast learning ability for good laboratory and documentation practices.

• Ability to present information to a technical audience with appropriate supervision.

• Problem-solving skills using innovative thought and scientific judgment.

• Project management skills and ability to handle multiple priorities.

• Flexibility in work hours to cover US/India/UK time zones.

Work Environment

The Wellbeing Collective operates with a start-up mindset, focusing on proactive wellbeing by bringing innovative products to the market. You will be part of a global team responsible for international brand expansion in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. The role requires open-mindedness and diversity support to achieve overall business targets. Flexibility in work hours is necessary to accommodate global time zones.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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