Jeremiah Brown
Payson
Summary
Dynamic Chief Scientist with a proven track record at Intermountain Nutrition, excelling in capsule formulation and R&D innovation. Expertise in quality assurance and regulatory compliance, driving product performance improvements. Adept at mentoring teams and utilizing advanced laboratory techniques, fostering collaboration to achieve successful product launches and enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Scientist, Capsule Formulation & R&D Innovation
Intermountain Nutrition
Payson
03.2023 - Current
- Lead the formulation and development of two-piece capsule products, ensuring optimal performance and quality throughout the development process.
- Oversee the selection, testing, and integration of raw materials to support capsule formulations, ensuring compatibility and stability.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as quality assurance and regulatory, to ensure formulation development aligns with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Drive the continuous optimization of capsule formulations, focusing on improving efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and product performance.
- Use Genesis and Flavor Studios to create Supplement Facts Panels (SFPs) that accurately reflect product formulations and claims.
- Review existing and new products to ensure label claims and SFPs align with Certificates of Analysis (COAs) and meet FDA regulations.
- Stay abreast of industry trends and new ingredient technologies to incorporate innovative solutions into formulations.
- Develop and update specifications for raw materials, excipients, and finished products to ensure consistency and quality across batches.
- Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support during manufacturing and production, particularly during scale-up and commercial production runs.
- Support regulatory documentation preparation, ensuring that all formulations meet safety and compliance standards.
- Collaborate with project management to establish formulation timelines, prioritize tasks, and ensure timely product launches.
- Mentor and supervise junior formulators, providing leadership and technical expertise to ensure team success and adherence to best practices.
Nutraceutical Formulation Scientist R&D
Elevate Health Sciences
Provo
03.2022 - 02.2023
- Responsible for product development and commercialization for the launch of new products and line extensions.
- Develop product claims and prepare detailed technical briefs.
- Supervise and direct formulation development and optimization for two-piece capsules, gel capsules and powders.
- Evaluate and recommend alternative ingredients and/or processes to enhance product quality and process efficiency.
- Stay informed on emerging ingredient and process technologies, and develop specifications for new ingredients.
- Analyze data from testing and collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and communicate potential issues or risks.
- Manage administrative tasks to support project objectives and departmental goals.
- Coordinate with internal teams to ensure a smooth production start-up.
- Work closely with management to define product direction, establish priorities, and achieve organizational objectives.
- Provide support in troubleshooting during validation and production runs.
R&D Reagent/Oligo Formulation chemist
Biofire Diagnostics
Salt Lake City
06.2020 - 03.2022
- Prepare Biochemical Formulations: Accurately prepare reagents, oligonucleotides, and other biochemical formulations, ensuring high precision and meticulous attention to detail while adhering to strict timelines.
- Quality Control & Product Assurance: Coordinate, analyze, and monitor quality control and product assurance testing to ensure all products meet or exceed quality and reliability standards.
- Regulatory Communication: Communicate the status of raw materials, finished products, processed ingredients, and microbiological analyses to relevant organizations and suppliers. Promptly notify the appropriate department or supervisor regarding any out-of-specification test results.
- Manufacturing Accuracy & Compliance: Follow established procedures with a strong focus on precision, ensuring the consistent reproduction of manufacturing tasks with minimal deviation from batch record parameters.
- Buffer Formulation: Formulate up to 10 distinct types of buffers for use in the production of various reagents.
- Wet Chemistry Testing: Conduct essential wet chemistry analyses, including titrations, volumetric analysis, and gravimetric analysis.
- Laboratory Equipment Operation: Utilize a variety of laboratory instruments to efficiently complete daily tasks, including: Serological Pipettes, 2/20 mL Auto Pipettes, Multi-tip Channel Pipettes, Micro Pipettes, Vortex Mixers, Analytical Balances, Beakers and Flasks, pH Meters, Spectrometers, Freeze Dryers.
DD Behavioral Health Specialist/ Intake Coordinator
SWITC/WVMC
Boise
04.2019 - 06.2020
- Facilitated the admission process for new patients by coordinating with M-Star Assessment & Referral (A&R) services and communicating patient-specific orders to relevant departments.
- Reviewed and completed consent-to-treat documentation and facility guidelines with incoming patients to ensure understanding and compliance.
- Prepared and submitted required documentation to local and state authorities to initiate mental health holds when necessary.
- Performed routine health assessments, including vital signs, blood glucose (BG) checks, and skin evaluations for signs of infection or injury.
- Accurately recorded and maintained patient admission details, treatment plans, legal hold documents, and vital sign records using the Meditech electronic health record system.
- Led therapeutic group activities and goal-setting sessions to support patient engagement and recovery.
- Monitored patient behavior and interactions to ensure safety, while maintaining a structured, supportive, and therapeutic environment.
Medical Student & Lab Technician
University of Queensland School of Medicine
Brisbane
02.2016 - 01.2018
- During this period, I pursued a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree at the University of Queensland School of Medicine, where I successfully completed the pre-clinical foundational coursework.
- Alongside my academic studies, I worked as a Laboratory Assistant at the Queensland Brain Institute, contributing to ongoing research focused on Parkinson's disease. My responsibilities involved a range of laboratory techniques and procedures, including: Operating and loading a cryostat for tissue sectioning, Mounting tissue samples using both frozen and paraffin-embedded techniques, Preparing and placing tissue sections onto microscope slides, Performing immunohistochemistry on various tissue types, which included chemical preparation and precise execution of standardized protocols, Preparing and conducting ELISA assays for antigen detection, Processing and staining tissue samples for microscopic analysis, Routinely utilizing laboratory equipment such as centrifuges, single- and multi-channel pipettes, autoclaves, pH meters, digital scales, homogenizers, and incubators, Conducting gel electrophoresis for molecular analysis.
Psychiatric Technician
Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center
Boise
05.2015 - 01.2016
- Monitored and influenced patient behavior through consistent communication, therapeutic interaction, structured teaching, and supportive counseling.
- Collaborated with fellow psychiatric technicians to develop and implement individualized, long-term care plans tailored to each patient's needs and treatment goals.
- Conducted structured interviews to gather and compile assessment data, social histories, and diagnostic information essential for establishing or updating comprehensive case files.
- Ensured continuous client engagement and supervision, maintaining a secure and safe environment in accordance with clinical protocols and safety standards.
Behavioral Health Crisis Manager
Southwest Behavioral
Flagstaff
02.2014 - 03.2015
- Conducted comprehensive, in-person assessments with clients in hospital and group home settings to evaluate immediate medical and behavioral health needs.
- Delivered emergency crisis intervention and support to individuals experiencing acute behavioral health episodes.
- Facilitated communication and coordination among relevant state and local agencies while ensuring strict adherence to confidentiality and privacy standards in all sensitive matters.
- Provided client advocacy by articulating individual care needs to healthcare providers and coordinating wraparound services to ensure holistic support.
- Ensured compliance with HUD program goals, offering extensive case management to support client transitions from homelessness to stable, permanent housing.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement to advise on behavioral health interventions and identify appropriate channels of care for detained individuals requiring mental health services.
Community Liaison/Community Based Rehabilitation Specialist
Healthy Place Counseling
Idaho Falls
11.2011 - 01.2014
- Provided service referrals and reestablished contact with employees, clients, and community members requiring follow-up or continued support.
- Facilitated connections between patients and long-term care providers, offering guidance to individuals in accessing government services and community-based support programs.
- Scheduled and conducted outreach meetings with local residents to identify community concerns, needs, and potential service gaps.
- Executed marketing and engagement initiatives, including organizing events, delivering presentations, and conducting outreach calls to clients and stakeholders.
- Represented the organization in interactions with public officials, local businesses, partner agencies, and the general public, fostering relationships and promoting community collaboration.
Education
B.S - Neuroscience, Chemistry
Brigham Young University Idaho
Rexburg, IDSkills
- Laboratory procedures and experience
- Clinical research and analysis
- Microsoft Access and CGMP
- Microbiology and spectroscopy
- Immunohistochemistry and microscopy
- Physiology knowledge
- ELISA techniques
- Scientific reporting
- Laboratory management
- Research and publication
- Biological Data Analysis
- Cell culture techniques
- Bioinformatics
- Laboratory equipment functions
- Regulatory compliance
- Capsule formulation
- Quality assurance
Certification
- BLS for Healthcare Providers, 12/01/19, 12/31/21
- CPR/First Aid, 12/01/19, 12/31/21
Timeline
Chief Scientist, Capsule Formulation & R&D Innovation
Intermountain Nutrition
03.2023 - Current
Nutraceutical Formulation Scientist R&D
Elevate Health Sciences
03.2022 - 02.2023
R&D Reagent/Oligo Formulation chemist
Biofire Diagnostics
06.2020 - 03.2022
DD Behavioral Health Specialist/ Intake Coordinator
SWITC/WVMC
04.2019 - 06.2020
Medical Student & Lab Technician
University of Queensland School of Medicine
02.2016 - 01.2018
Psychiatric Technician
Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center
05.2015 - 01.2016
Behavioral Health Crisis Manager
Southwest Behavioral
02.2014 - 03.2015
Community Liaison/Community Based Rehabilitation Specialist
Healthy Place Counseling
11.2011 - 01.2014
B.S - Neuroscience, Chemistry
Brigham Young University Idaho
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