Manager, Nutrition Science

ABOUT KATE FARMS

Kate Farms is a company with heart. Our company was founded on the belief that good nutrition leads to good health, and good health opens the door to endless possibilities. That’s why our mission is to make nutrition the cornerstone of healthcare so people can live their best lives. We are a medical food company that makes complete nutrition formulas for people who have a medical need for liquid nutrition. 

Kate Farms works to be the place where a diverse mix of talented individuals want to come, stay, and do their best work. Ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other is at the core of Kate Farms’ values. We are an equal-opportunity employer and fully focused on equality; we believe deeply in diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, and all the other fascinating characteristics that make us different. We invite you to do the best work of your life with us at Kate Farms.

POSITION OVERVIEW

As the Manager of Nutrition Science, you will evaluate scientific research to support the Kate Farms product portfolio and provide scientific credibility to differentiate our products from competitors.  This includes identifying and evaluating new ingredients, technologies, and products for efficacy; substantiating marketing claims; and collaborating with evidence generation and clinical research as needed for projects and manuscripts

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Provide substantiation, and background support for new ingredients
• Participate in innovation and product stage gate teams as needed
• Collaborate with other departments, such as product development, quality assurance, supply chain, and marketing, to ensure alignment and effective execution of nutrition science initiatives.
• Stay current with the latest research and developments in nutrition, epidemiology, and health sciences, translating this knowledge into actionable insights for the company.
• Collaborate with Medical Education and Medical Science Liaison Director for summits, seminars, and monographs as needed
• Support the evidence generation and clinical trial directors in conducting and analyzing clinical studies to support the efficacy and safety of our products as needed.
• Collaborate with the Medical nutrition specialists on medical inquiries and key small projects
• Develop and maintain a network and relationships with expert scientists, key opinion leaders, and academic institutions to foster collaboration and advance Kate Farms scientific knowledge base.
• Provide nutrition expertise and guidance to internal and external stakeholders, including healthcare professionals, customers, and regulatory bodies.
• Effectively manage the resources for Nutrition Science to optimize outcomes.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO

• Has a Master’s degree in Nutrition Sciences, Dietetics, Food Science, Medical Nutrition, or a related field; PhD preferred.
• Is a Registered Dietitian (RD) credential preferred.
• Has 6+ years of experience in nutrition science, enteral nutrition, clinical dietetics, or a related field.
• Has a strong understanding of plant-based nutrition and its application in medical conditions.
• Has In-depth knowledge of nutrition science, including the ability to interpret key literature
• Has experience translating scientific concepts for various audiences, including healthcare professionals and consumers.
• Has excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex scientific concepts in clear and concise language.
• Develops and articulates evidence-based perspectives on emerging nutrition trends and public health initiatives, including planetary diets, whole food versus ultra-processed food approaches, national nutrition reduction strategies, nutrition equity, social determinants of health, and "food as medicine" movements.
• Has strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Has a passion for nutrition and a commitment to improving the health and well-being of individuals through plant-based formulas.
• Has respect for sharing and accepting feedback from all levels of the organization.
• Invites and uses the opinions and perspectives of others.
• Has a strong commitment to company mission and values.
• Has the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Respectfully shares and accepts feedback willingly from all levels of the organization.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Effectively handle lifting of various objects weighing up to 12 pounds.
• While performing the essential functions of the job, the employee will be required to bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb stairs.
• Possess the ability to sit at a computer for extended periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

This position will work in a home/office environment with occasional trips to the corporate office, scientific conferences, trade shows, or other locations.  Requires approximately 5% - 10% travel.

It is Kate Farms policy that any position that requires regular interaction with healthcare professionals require that, if hired, you be vaccinated against COVID-19 unless you need a reasonable accommodation due to sincerely held religious beliefs, medical needs, or other reasons protected by applicable federal, state, and local law.

Compensation for this role is in the form of base salary plus a variable component that together comprise the On-Target-Earnings (OTE). Some positions may include additional compensation in the form of equity.

The typical starting salary range for new hires in this role is listed below. This range represents the lowest to highest salary range we reasonably and in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. Please note that base pay offered may vary depending on factors including your geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.  All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background verification.

$115,000 - $150,000 USD

For full-time salaried or hourly workers, our total rewards package also include the option to enroll in a company-matched 401k plan, as well as participate in Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance plans for the employee and the employee’s eligible dependents.  Employees will also receive a generous  PTO benefit with a starting accrual of 15 days per year (prorated upon hire and increased by tenure),  two weeks of paid “Refresh” leave, 80 hours of paid sick leave annually, and 11 paid holidays throughout the calendar year.  Kate Farms offers a range of other benefits offered with an emphasis on employee well-being such as paid disability leave, paid parental / pregnancy leave, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), tuition reimbursement, an Employee Assistance Program, and more.