WHO WE ARE

O Positiv Health is a Los Angeles-based women’s health company on a mission to support women through every stage of life—from their first period to well beyond their last. Since launching in 2018, O Positiv has reshaped the women’s health space, tackling long-overlooked issues with innovative, science-backed products and boldly breaking taboos along the way. Our growing portfolio spans PMS & hormone balance, vaginal & urinary health, digestion, menopause, and conception support—offering vitamins, supplements, and personal care products that women trust.
Today, O Positiv products are sold nationwide at Target, Walmart, CVS, Amazon, TikTok Shop, and OPositiv.com. We’re proud to hold the #1 Vaginal Probiotic nationwide and multiple top-performing products across major wellness categories. We are scaling fast and shaping the future of women’s health. Our team combines an entrepreneurial spirit with a passion for innovation and a commitment to impact. Join us, and you’ll have the opportunity to grow alongside a company that’s making a real difference.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

Experience:

• Advanced degree (MS, PhD, PharmD, etc) in a related science field (e.g., Biochemistry, Nutritional Science, Human Physiology, Food Science, Pharmaceutical Science, etc)
• 5-7 years of working experience working in R&D, Scientific Affairs, Scientific Research within the supplements industry or functional foods
• Strong ability/passion to interpret technical research and able to learn/understand new complex scientific concepts, including ingredient mechanisms of action and their effects on human physiology

Interpersonal:

• Strong leadership & communication skills: listen, mentor, and teach by example
• Thrives in fast-paced environments
• Strong project management and prioritization skills
• Ability to manage multiple moving pieces and lead different groups of individuals
• Adaptable to new technology and innovations
• Thoughtful and self-reflective, willingness to learn and adapt
• Team-player, hard-working, organized, and goal-oriented
• Excitement for startups and building from the ground up

YOUR ROLE

The Sr. Scientific Affairs Manager is responsible for leading the science and research aspects of the R&D process for both new product development initiatives and portfolio maintenance, while bridging the gap between scientific research and marketing through the creation of educational materials and assets. This role plays a key part in shaping OP’s rapidly growing product line and introducing innovative offerings in women’s health, wellness, and beyond.
The ideal candidate is an individual with a strong background in scientific literature research, a natural curiosity with a willingness to learn concepts, and a high level of organization among competing priorities. The Sr. Scientific Affairs Manager will report to the Vice President of Research & Development and will work cross functionally with internal and external stakeholders to support research, innovation, and education of O Positiv’s product roadmap.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Provide scientific affairs support by reviewing research literature to leverage concept ideation/feasibility, formulation, marketing assets/education, and strategic partnerships
• Carry out research of innovative and differentiated formulas from concept to market that support our core customers’ health goals and align with O Positiv’s commitments / standards
• Conduct ingredient research / literature reviews; identify novel ingredients and formats to explore / evaluate for product feasibility for product claims
• Collaboratively provide interdepartmental scientific support on marketing campaigns, landing pages, and other customer-facing literature
• Manage project and team coordination in tracking, expediting, and facilitating the progress of each product’s development through the product’s launch date
• Stay up to date to new trends in ingredients (vitamins, minerals, herbs, etc.) relevant to OP’s product roadmap and concept designs
• Support the reformulation of existing products to ensure products continue to be differentiated and meet marketing and customer expectations

The anticipated base compensation range for this role will be $150,000 - $185,000 annually. Compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and local market rates.

• Job Type: Full-time
• Pay based on prior experience
• Position will be based out of Santa Monica, Los Angeles - in person (Mon-Thurs in office/Friday remot