Director of Research

Remote

Full Time

Executive

Job Summary

In this role, you will be responsible for leading RYZE’s clinical research strategy, driving scientific substantiation, and advancing our reputation as a thought leader in the functional food and supplement industry. You’ll design and oversee clinical trials, build evidence-based claims, and serve as a critical scientific partner across departments. This is not a product innovation role, but one that enables it through deep scientific rigor and clinical validation.

Key Responsibilities

Research Strategy & Scientific Leadership

Develop and execute a long-term research roadmap focused on clinical substantiation, regulatory alignment, and scientific differentiation.
Evaluate ingredients, mechanisms of action, and literature to support early-stage product ideation.
Design clinical trials end-to-end, including protocols, endpoints, biomarker strategy, and study design.
Collaborate with CROs, academic institutions, and IRBs to ensure trials are robust, feasible, and business-aligned.

Claims Development & Scientific Substantiation

Create substantiation strategies for structure/function and marketing claims across key markets.
Translate scientific data into clear, defensible claims in compliance with FDA, FTC, EFSA, and other regulatory standards.
Partner cross-functionally with Regulatory, Legal, Marketing, and Commercial to align claims with business goals.

Team Development & Functional Leadership

Build and manage a high-performing research team covering scientific affairs, clinical ops, and data analysis.
Implement systems to ensure scientific integrity, GCP compliance, and operational efficiency.
Provide scientific mentorship to partners in Product, Regulatory, Quality, and Marketing.

External Engagement & Scientific Thought Leadership

Cultivate relationships with CROs, KOLs, academic partners, and scientific associations.
Represent RYZE at conferences, industry panels, and regulatory discussions.
Lead publication of scientific papers, white papers, and conference presentations.

Scientific Interpretation & Data Analysis

Oversee data interpretation, statistical analysis, and clinical study readouts.
Distill complex findings into actionable insights for internal stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and consumers.

Qualifications

PhD or equivalent doctorate in Nutrition, Biochemistry, Clinical Research, Life Sciences, or related field
10+ years of experience in functional food, dietary supplements, nutraceuticals, or related sectors
Deep experience designing and managing clinical trials from protocol through publication
Strong expertise in scientific claims substantiation and relevant global regulations (FDA, FTC, EFSA, etc.)
Demonstrated leadership of cross-functional scientific teams
Strong background in data analysis, statistics, and scientific writing
Published in peer-reviewed journals and experienced in scientific presentations
Strong communication skills and ability to simplify complex science for diverse audiences
Established network in clinical research, academia, and industry

Preferred Qualifications

Experience managing CRO contracts and clinical study budgets
Familiarity with microbiome science, biomarker development, or personalized nutrition
Experience contributing to IP development and strategy
Background supporting commercial and marketing teams in translating science for consumers

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