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Nutrition Science Director – APAC Region
Location
Malaysia
Posted
5 days ago
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Seniority
Lead
Job Description
Nutrition Science Director – APAC Region
Balchem Corporation
• Develop scientific expertise in functional ingredients, human nutrition, and emerging health benefits • Translate research into high-impact outputs (white papers, publications, presentations, technical dossiers) • Support innovation through new product concepts, applications, and health indications • Provide formulation and application support for ingredient commercialization • Manage research collaborations with universities, CROs, and regional partners • Build relationships with academic and scientific stakeholders across APAC • Support regulatory activities (e.g., dossiers, regional compliance awareness) • Partner with Marketing & Sales to develop science-based tools, training, and customer presentations • Contribute to IP development and business development initiatives • Support Scientific Advisory Board (SAB) activities and strategic programs
Job Requirements
- Ph.D. (or equivalent) in Nutrition Science, Biology, Physiology, or related field
- Must have previous APAC regional involvement with a multi-national company
- 5+ years in nutritional or functional ingredients, with strong scientific and applied experience
- Experience working with academic collaborators; APAC network preferred
- Strong knowledge of nutrition science and ingredient functionality
- Excellent communication and presentation skills for scientific and commercial audiences
- Proven ability to translate complex science into business-relevant insights
- Fluent in English and Mandarin (required)
- Experience supporting APAC markets preferred
- Ability to work remotely and be self-motivated
- Exceptional team player
- High degree of problem-solving abilities
- Willingness to travel regionally
- Some familiarity with formulation and ability to translate ingredients into finished products
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package
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