R&D Education and Scientific Communication Lead

About Liquid I.V.At Liquid I.V., our purpose is to elevate the vitality of people and the planet. An ambitious goal? Yes! But by playing to win, holding the bar higher, championing wellbeing, and always thinking with a pioneering mindset we can go further together to leave a lasting mark. Our products are stocked in over 80,000 retail doors, including the world’s leading specialty, big box, and online retailers such as Costco, Walmart, Target, Amazon, and many more. In just over 10 years, our growth has been exponential. And as part of Unilever, we’re continuing the expansion of Liquid I.V. into a global brand. We’re also passionate about cultivating solutions for equitable clean water access, a healthier planet, and thriving communities. We contribute over 1% of our company revenue to our Impact Program through which we provide partnerships and grants to organizations that expand access to clean and abundant water locally and globally. By 2026, our goal is to help ensure access to clean water for 2 million people around the world. About our Team:We are a world-class team of innovators and passionate changemakers, looking to develop transformative hydration solutions and make a meaningful impact on the world around us.  At Liquid I.V., we are committed to building an inclusive culture of belonging that not only embraces the diversity of our people but also reflects the diversity of the communities in which we work and the customers we serve.    Our team members enjoy a flexible and inclusive working environment, a highly collaborative and innovation-forward culture, generous benefits and perks that empower employees to champion their wellbeing every day, as well as an infinite supply of Liquid I.V. for extraordinary hydration. About the role:Liquid I.V. is looking for a highly motivated, innovative, out-of-the-box thinker to join our R&D Scientific Affairs team as the Education and Scientific Communications Lead (Principal Scientist). Reporting to the Sr. Director, Scientific Affairs, the role will be responsible for nutrition communication, act as an internal expert on hydration, nutrition science and our products. The Education and Scientific Communications Lead – Scientific Affairs will be an integral member of the LIV R&D team and will have cross functional collaboration within all levels of the business.The ideal candidate has a background in nutrition science, sports nutrition, and scientific communication for both industry/academic professionals and general consumers. Functions and duties of this role include, but not limited to:Develop and disseminate education materials on product science, hydration, nutrition and related topics.Develop fun, engaging science-based content that can be utilized across a wide range of channels including but not limited to social media, consumer facing marketing, conference presentations.Effectively communicate product, nutrition science to non-scientific audiences (on digital, print media, social media, websites) by leveraging an understanding of our products, science of hydration, along with strategic communication and storytelling skills.Develop white papers and conduct technical workshops to educate colleagues and advance collective knowledge in our products, advances in ingredients, nutrition, and relevant functional wellness.Work closely with marketing, insights, and sensory teams on consumer focus groups to understand and translate product science, trends and other consumer needs.Generate and provide informative scientific content about our products to Marketing and Sales teams to help advance our consumer's understanding of the science behind our products.Effectively communicate and lead in a cross-functional team environment, serving as a recognized technical expert in product knowledge.Support QA team with ingredient claim substantiation reviews and competitive ad analysis for current product portfolio.Stay up-to date with scientific publications and updates in hydration science, sports nutrition, and related fields.Qualifications:Preferred educational requirements:Doctorate in Nutrition Science, Sports Nutrition or related field orMaster’s degree in nutrition, Exercise Science andRegistered DietitianMinimum 8 years of relevant work experience, with at least 3 years in Scientific Communication and Education.Excellent planning, organizational, and project management skills.Strong working knowledge of nutrition science, health and wellness, scientific communication, nutrition trends, and hydration and nutrition research. Experience with On Camera presentations.Social Media Education Experience.Strong Presentation Skills.Prior Media Training Experience.Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to define problems, collect and interpret data, draw valid conclusions, and propose solutions.Highly innovative and creative.Excellent written and oral technical communication skills.Strong organizational and teamwork skills, ability to multi-task.Ability to work in a fast-paced setting under tight deadlines.Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office with expert level proficiency and experience with PowerPoint.What We Give:100% company-paid medical, dental and vision insurance for employees (PPO, HMO and Kaiser options).A 401k plan with company match, short and long-term disability coverage. A generous PTO and sick policy that includes 13+ paid annual holidays. Wellness classes (fitness, mental health, nutrition, finance, etc.). An Employee Assistance Program, including membership for guided meditation for all employees. Monthly tech and wellness reimbursement. An infinite supply of Liquid I.V. for endless hydration!  Work Environment:Hybrid office environment with flexibility for industry events. Travel: 20% of the time. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.The expected salary range for this position is $123,000 - $184,600 annually and is bonus eligible. The exact salary is determined by various factors including experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal company equity, and budget.This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions expected of the role. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. Ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to the company’s mission, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Liquid I.V.We are committed to building an inclusive culture of belonging that not only embraces the diversity of our people but also reflects the diversity of the communities in which we work and the customers we serve. We know that the happiest and highest performing teams include people with diverse perspectives that encourage new ways of solving problems, so we strive to attract and develop talent from all backgrounds and create workplaces where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.Liquid I.V. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.