Associate Food Scientist

Associate Food Scientist develops new ingredients and formulations, evaluates functionality in food systems, and supports product commercialization. The role drives clean-label, affordable ingredient innovation and collaborates with cross-functional teams.

• Design and conduct food science experiments to develop new ingredients, formulations, and application solutions

• Evaluate ingredient functionality in food systems, assessing performance, stability, sensory impact, and processing compatibility

• Develop and review experimental protocols, testing methods, SOPs, and safe work procedures for lab and pilot activities

• Conduct literature, patent, and competitor technology reviews to guide innovation strategy

• Prepare technical reports, invention disclosures, internal publications, and external communications

• Present research findings, application results, and technical recommendations to internal teams, customers, and collaborators

• Collaborate cross-functionally with quality, regulatory, operations, sales, and marketing teams to support product development and commercialization

• Identify and participate in external collaborations with suppliers, universities, customers, and technical partners

• Provide technical guidance, training, and support to interns, junior scientists, and cross-functional team members

• Maintain laboratory and instrument readiness by following operating procedures, calibration schedules, documentation practices, and routine maintenance

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry or Biochemistry with 7+ years of relevant industrial experience

• Master's degree in Food Science, Chemistry or Biochemistry with 3+ years of relevant industrial experience

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment

• Strong foundation in food science, ingredient functionality, food chemistry, and food processing

• Hands‑on experience developing ingredients, formulations, or food applications in relevant food systems

• Experience designing experiments, developing testing protocols, collecting quality data, and maintaining laboratory or pilot‑scale equipment

• Detail‑oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple projects, priorities, and timelines

• Ability to analyze, interpret, and communicate experimental and product performance data

• Strong scientific curiosity, practical problem‑solving skills, and innovative thinking

• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and common data analysis tools

• Ability to translate scientific findings into practical ingredient or application solutions

• Competitive Financial Package:
  Enjoy a rewarding salary, uncapped bonus opportunities, a 401k match program, and generous paid vacation and holidays

• Health and Wellness Support:
  Stay fit and healthy with fitness reimbursement for the whole family, access to an on‑site fitness center, a restaurant offering seasonal fresh food options, and free fresh fruit in break areas

• Career Development and Advancement:
  Unlock your potential with opportunities for growth and development throughout your entire career

• Continued Learning Opportunities:
  Grow your skills with in‑house learning platforms, offering thousands of training resources both live and online, and take advantage of tuition reimbursement for external post‑secondary pursuits

• Service Opportunities:
  Make a positive impact with paid time off for service, partnerships with the organization and the organization, and local community initiatives

You have 3+ years of industrial food science experience. Skilled in designing experiments and evaluating ingredient functionality. Able to communicate findings and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams