*This role may sit out of one of the following Royal Canin Sites: St. Charles, MO; Newark, NJ or Guelph, ON

Job Purpose:

Innovation to deliver novel nutritional solutions for cats and dogs is a key driver of growth for Royal Canin.   Regulatory & Public Affairs maximizes opportunity & minimizes risk by guiding business decisions based on scientific & regulatory insight to ensure the freedom to launch these new innovations. The Regulatory Science Study Coordinator will be responsible for working closely with R&D teams and external laboratories to ensure completion of Regulatory studies in a timely manner.   In collaboration with Regulatory Scientists, the Regulatory Study Coordinator will assist in writing study protocols and reports.  This role will be responsible for managing study timelines and connect frequently with project stakeholders to ensure progress is aligned with established timelines. 

What are we looking for?

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical area, such as food science, biology, food safety, chemistry, nutrition, or other biological science OR High School Diploma with 5+ years’ experience within a laboratory environment and/or experience in regulatory/scientific studies.
• Passion to work within R&D lab, regulatory and scientific studies.
• Ability to work independently without close supervision, meeting deadlines and demonstrating strong ability to meet project timelines.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build and leverage networks.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree
• Experience in lab and designing or carrying out scientific studies.
• Knowledge of AAFCO regulations and FDA laws.
• Proven experience in managing project and project timelines.

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Work with R&D teams and external laboratories to complete all required US regulatory studies needed for novel ingredient approvals.
• Ensure studies are completed in alignment with project timelines.
• Develop project management tools to track and communicate study timelines and progress.
• In collaboration with regulatory scientists, complete study protocols and final study reports.
• Responsible for building knowledge and capability of organization in compliance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Provide information, contributing to the monitoring of emerging trends and regulations in the industry through engagement in trade associations and regulatory/compliance monitoring.

What can you expect from Mars?

• The opportunity to learn, develop and take charge of your own career.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package. 
• To be respected and valued.
• The Five Principles at the center of every decision we make.
• The opportunity to work cross functionally, add value and impact a better world for generations to come.

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About Mars:
Mars is a family-owned business with more than $35 billion in global sales. We produce some of the world’s best-loved brands: M&M’s®, SNICKERS®, TWIX®, MILKY WAY®, DOVE®, PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, WHISKAS®, EXTRA®, ORBIT®, 5â„¢, SKITTLES®, BEN’S ORIGINAL® and COCOAVIA®. Alongside our consumer brands, we proudly take care of half of the world’s pets through our nutrition, health and services businesses such as Banfield Pet Hospitalsâ„¢, BluePearl®, Linnaeus, AniCura, VCAâ„¢ and Pet Partnersâ„¢. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in more than 80 countries. The Mars Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom – inspire our 130,000 Associates into taking action every day towards creating the world we want tomorrow.

Disclaimer:
Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.​​​​​​​

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