Director, Scientific

4 weken geleden


Delft, Nederland Vivici Voltijd

About Vivici

Vivici is an innovative ingredients company creating and commercializing superior dairy proteins with significantly less impact on the planet. Our global food system must radically transform to meet the world's growing need for protein in a sustainable and resilient way. This requires new sources of highly nutritious and functional proteins which are significantly less demanding on our environment. With the dedication and hard work of industry experts, precision fermentation will become a scalable and viable reality, leaving a better planet for future generations. Our mission is to make the promise of dairy protein from precision fermentation a commercial reality to meet the world’s growing need for nutritious, functional and sustainably-produced proteins.

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The Role

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to lead Scientific & Regulatory Affairs for our portfolio of fermentation derived whey protein ingredients. This key role will be responsible for shaping and executing the regulatory strategy and overseeing the design, implementation, and management of our nutrition and (pre-) clinical research programs. The ideal candidate will bring a strategic mindset, deep expertise in regulatory compliance, extensive experience in labelling and claims, and a strong background in scientific research to ensure the safety, efficacy, and market success of our products.

The role reports to the Chief Commercial Officer and is preferably based in the Netherlands, with the option for remote work.

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Key Responsibilities:

Regulatory Strategy & Compliance

  • Own the regulatory strategy for the ingredients portfolio, ensuring alignment with global, regional, and local regulatory requirements.
  • Monitor and interpret regulatory landscapes in a variety of geographies, standards, and trends to anticipate changes impacting the business.
  • Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies, industry associations, and other external stakeholders.
  • Lead the preparation, submission, and approval processes for regulatory documentation, including dossiers, technical files, and marketing authorizations.
  • Provide guidance on claims substantiation, product labelling, and marketing materials to ensure compliance.

Pre-clinical and Clinical Research Leadership

  • Develop and drive clinical research strategies to support the safety and efficacy of our ingredients portfolio.
  • Oversee the design, execution, and management of clinical trials and studies, including collaboration with external CROs and research partners.
  • Analyze and interpret clinical data, ensuring rigorous scientific standards are met.
  • Communicate research findings effectively to internal and external stakeholders, including scientific publications, presentations, and regulatory submissions.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Establish Regulatory compliance culture in close coordination with R&D, Sales & Marketing, Operations, Quality, IP and Legal teams, and align regulatory and scientific initiatives with business goals.
  • Provide technical and regulatory training to internal teams to build organizational knowledge.
  • Act as a subject matter expert during product development, ensuring that innovation aligns with regulatory and clinical considerations.

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Qualifications & Experience

  • Master’s or PhD in a relevant field (e.g., Food Science, Nutrition, or related life sciences discipline).
  • 7+ years of experience in regulatory affairs and clinical research, preferably in the food, nutrition, or ingredient industries.
  • Proven track record of leading regulatory approvals and clinical programs for novel ingredients or related products.
  • Strong knowledge of global regulatory frameworks and relevant standards, guidelines and codes of practice (e.g., FDA, EFSA, Codex, etc.).
  • Proven experience in naming, labelling and claims for novel ingredients.
  • Exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

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Key Attributes

  • Strategic thinker with the ability to navigate complex regulatory environments.
  • Detail-oriented and analytical, with a commitment to scientific integrity and compliance.
  • Highly results-oriented with an entrepreneurial spirit to get things done.
  • Ability to explain complex regulatory & scientific affairs topics clearly to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Collaborative leader who thrives in cross-functional and fast-paced environments.

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What is in it for you?

At Vivici, we foster an innovative and collaborative work environment, providing exceptional opportunities for professional growth and development. Working for Vivici you will find yourself in a young, agile and fast paced organization, with the unique opportunity to tap into the expertise, professionalism and know-how of our cornerstone shareholders DSM and Fonterra. Passionate about combining scientific expertise with regulatory strategy and ready to lead in a high-impact role? We encourage you to apply We offer competitive compensation packages and benefits, along with the chance to make a significant impact on the future of food.


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