Director, Health and Nutrition – ACVN

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Spearhead health and nutrition initiatives throughout the organization, encompassing Health Screenings, customized recommendations, and cutting-edge health technologies.

• Oversee and nurture the veterinary team by providing clinical guidance, coaching, and support.

• Take ownership of the clinical and scientific quality of Health Check-Ins, which includes expert reviews, case management, clinical validation, optimization, and scalable capacity planning.

• Offer veterinary nutrition expertise in areas such as product development, recipe formulation, nutrient optimization, and product innovation.

• Design, manage, and provide consultation on clinical research and studies related to canine health, nutrition, and Ollie products.

• Propel scientific research and publication efforts through peer-reviewed articles, white papers, industry presentations, and thought leadership initiatives.

• Cultivate relationships with academic, clinical, and veterinary partners while identifying strategic research opportunities.

• Act as a scientific authority in claims and marketing communications.

• Enhance Ollie's visibility within the veterinary community through educational initiatives, conferences, and partnerships.

• Convert complex scientific ideas into accessible content for veterinarians, pet owners, and internal teams.

• Ensure that products and communications adhere to AAFCO, NRC, and other relevant standards.

• Collaborate across functions on health and nutrition opportunities and business decisions.

• Keep abreast of veterinary nutrition research, industry developments, and competitive trends.

⛳️ Requirements

• DVM/VMD degree.

• Board Certification in Veterinary Nutrition (ACVN).

• Extensive knowledge of canine nutrition, nutrient requirements, and diet formulation.

• Significant experience applying veterinary or scientific insights in clinical practice, research, industry, or a combination of these fields.

• Proficiency in research design, clinical studies, scientific publication, or evidence assessment.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to simplify complex scientific concepts for both professional and consumer audiences.

• Capability to work collaboratively across functions and influence decisions among teams.

• Ability to balance scientific rigor with practical business considerations in a dynamic environment.

• Highly organized and adept at managing multiple strategic and tactical priorities.

• Comfortable working in a technology-driven organization with shifting priorities.

🏝️ Benefits

• Sponsored 401k program with employer match up to 4%.

• Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision.

• Unlimited vacation policy that you are encouraged to utilize.

• Paid parental leave.

• 1-week paw-ternity leave for new dog parents.

• Free Ollie subscription.

• Competitive salary.