R&D Analyst

Location: Tampa, FL
Pay Rate: $40.00 per hour
Employment Type: Temporary Contract
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Contract Duration: November 16, 2026–November 14, 2027

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized R&D Analyst to support research and development operations in Tampa, Florida. This role will focus on formula-change coordination, research data management, sample tracking, and the migration of formula and raw-material documentation into an internal data management platform.

The ideal candidate has a scientific or technical background, strong project coordination skills, and the ability to collaborate across multiple departments to ensure accurate documentation, timely updates, and smooth execution of R&D activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate formula changes across the organization and communicate updates regarding the status of related R&D activities.

• Collaborate with Data Management to organize, maintain, and validate formula-change information and documentation.

• Track project progress, monitor timelines, and help ensure R&D activities remain on schedule.

• Coordinate activities across Product Experience and Formulation teams to support synchronized workflows.

• Receive, track, organize, and distribute incoming product samples.

• Support sensory evaluations and product performance activities as needed.

• Provide administrative and project coordination support to the Director of Product Performance.

• Serve as a communication liaison among Data Management, Formulation, Product Experience, Project Management, and other cross-functional teams.

• Coordinate with raw-material suppliers to obtain the documentation required for transferring R&D data to the internal platform.

• Maintain accurate records and ensure research documentation is complete, organized, and accessible.

• Support sourcing, innovation, packaging, fragrance, sensory, and other product development initiatives as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or relevant educational background in a scientific, technical, or related discipline, such as:

  • Chemistry or Biochemistry

  • Formulation Science or Pharmaceutical Science

  • Chemical Engineering

  • Biology or Biomedical Science

  • Sensory Science or Materials Science

  • Data Science

  • Industrial Engineering, Operations, or Product Development

• Strong organizational and project coordination skills.

• Excellent attention to detail, particularly in data collection, recordkeeping, and technical documentation.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Basic understanding of product testing methodologies.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other data management tools.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities, track deadlines, and collaborate across cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting research and development, product development, or formulation activities.

• Familiarity with formula management, raw-material documentation, or technical data migration.

• Experience coordinating product samples, sensory evaluations, or product testing.

• Exposure to SAP or similar enterprise data management platforms.

• Experience communicating with suppliers and coordinating documentation across departments.

Work Environment

This is an onsite position based in Tampa, Florida, with a standard Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The role requires regular collaboration with research, formulation, product experience, data management, and supplier teams.

Compensation

$40.00 per hour

Apply Today

If you have a scientific or technical background, strong organizational skills, and an interest in supporting research and development initiatives, we encourage you to apply for this R&D Analyst opportunity in Tampa, Florida.

Pay Details: $40.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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