R&D Coordinator

ABOUT DOSE

Dose is a functional wellness company offering innovative, clinically backed supplements designed to help people feel their best. With a science-first approach, thoughtful product design, and mission-driven ethos, Dose is one of the fastest-growing companies in the health & wellness sector. Founded by Vasu Goyal, Dose was created to close the gap between marketed wellness promises and products that actually work - and taste great. Our team is committed to challenging the industry with functional, research-backed solutions that deliver real results.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As R&D Coordinator, you will support our product development team in bringing clinically backed, plant-powered liquid supplements from idea to shelf. You will keep projects, documentation, samples, and cross-functional timelines organized so our scientists and partners can focus on innovation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate R&D project timelines, milestones, and deliverables across formulation, quality, regulatory, operations, and marketing.
• Plan, track, and log benchtop trials, pilot batches, and sample requests with co-manufacturing and ingredient partners.
• Maintain accurate R&D documentation, including specifications, trial records, stability studies, and change controls.
• Source, request, and track ingredient and packaging samples, and maintain supplier and ingredient documentation (COAs, specs).
• Support clinical study logistics, including vendor coordination and data and document tracking.
• Partner with Quality and Regulatory to support label, claims, and compliance reviews.
• Organize and prepare materials for product review meetings; capture action items and follow up.
• Monitor the R&D pipeline, budgets, and supplies, and flag risks or delays early.
• Research ingredients, trends, and competitor products to support new product ideas.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in food science, chemistry, nutrition, biology, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 1–3 years of experience in R&D, product development, or quality in food, beverage, or supplements.
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, and project-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication; comfortable working with scientists, vendors, and operations.
• Proficiency with Excel/Google Sheets and project-management tools.
• Knowledge of GMP and food safety is a plus.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Knowledge of physical and chemical characteristics of natural ingredients, botanical extracts, and nutraceutical formulations.
• Familiarity with stability studies and product specifications development.
• Knowledge of R&D and QC instrument handling, e.g., pH, Brix, refractometer, TLC, HPLC, GC, UV spectra, FTIR, ICP-OES, etc.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Knowledge of regulatory requirements for dietary supplement ingredients or nutraceutical products.
• Experience with development of flavored, sugar-free, low-calorie liquid formulations.
• Familiarity with scientific literature review and research documentation.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

• R&D projects stay on schedule with clear status visibility for leadership.
• Trial, sample, and specification records are complete, accurate, and audit-ready.
• Cross-functional partners have what they need, when they need it.

WHY DOSE

Join a fast-growing, purpose-driven team that values transparency, innovation, and personal growth. Benefits: health coverage, PTO, employee discounts, growth opportunities.