Senior Expert, OTC Development and Regulatory Affairs | Biologe (m/w/d)

Job Summary

This Senior Expert role at Merz Lifecare, based in Frankfurt am Main, is crucial for driving innovation within the Over-the-Counter (OTC) market, focusing primarily on medical devices and pharmaceuticals in the DACH region. The incumbent will be responsible for continuously monitoring technical, regulatory, scientific, and competitive trends to inform strategic development. Key daily tasks include providing regulatory and scientific assessments for new projects, evaluating product ideas, analyzing key claims for feasibility, and developing active formulations in close coordination with Marketing and Business Development. Success in this role requires a scientific degree, profound knowledge of product development and innovation management, and significant regulatory experience concerning drugs, medical devices, food, and cosmetics. The position demands strong business understanding, technical knowledge of formulation and packaging, and excellent organizational skills to manage the R&D innovation pipeline efficiently, contributing directly to the success of well-known health and well-being brands.