Scientific Affairs Department Head

• Develop and implement scientific affairs strategies to support product innovation, development, and business objectives. • Lead scientific research and evaluation related to pet nutrition, animal health, product efficacy, and safety. • Provide scientific and technical recommendations to support product formulation, product positioning, and marketing claims. • Establish relationships and collaborations with veterinarians, animal nutritionists, universities, research institutions, and industry experts. • Ensure scientific accuracy and credibility of product information, technical documentation, and communication materials. • Monitor scientific developments, industry trends, and regulatory updates related to pet food and animal nutrition. • Provide scientific guidance and technical training to internal teams, including R&D, Marketing, Quality Assurance, and Commercial. • Lead, develop, and evaluate the Scientific Affairs team to achieve departmental objectives. Qualifications • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Veterinary Medicine, Animal Science, Animal Nutrition, Biology, or a related field. • Minimum 7 years of experience in Scientific Affairs, Veterinary, Animal Nutrition, R&D, or related industries. • Minimum 2 years of experience in a managerial or leadership position. • Strong knowledge of animal nutrition, pet food ingredients, animal health, and product development. • Experience in scientific research, technical evaluation, and interpreting scientific literature. • Familiarity with pet food regulations, product safety standards, and relevant industry requirements. • Strong analytical, research, communication, and leadership skills. • Good command of English, both written and spoken.