Senior Emulsion Scientist

Shape the Future of Food & Beverage Innovation

Are you an expert in emulsion science with a passion for solving complex formulation challenges?

We are seeking a Senior Emulsion Specialist to lead the development, optimization, and commercialization of advanced emulsion systems for food and beverage applications. This is a high-impact opportunity to work at the intersection of science, innovation, and customer collaboration while driving next-generation ingredient solutions.

In this role, you'll serve as a technical leader and subject matter expert, partnering with cross‑functional teams and customers to develop stable, scalable, and high‑performing emulsion technologies that meet both commercial and regulatory requirements.

• Develop and optimize oil‑in‑water, water‑in‑oil, and specialty emulsion systems for food and beverage applications
• Design and execute formulation experiments to improve stability, functionality, and scalability
• Apply expertise in emulsifier selection, interfacial chemistry, and stabilization mechanisms

• Troubleshoot formulation and processing issues related to phase separation, instability, pH, temperature, and processing conditions
• Evaluate emulsion performance including color stability, dispersion characteristics, and sensory impact
• Establish robust testing protocols, analytical methods, and product specifications

• Lead pilot plant and scale‑up activities from bench development through commercial production
• Collaborate with R&D, Applications, Quality, Regulatory, and Commercial teams
• Partner directly with customers to understand technical challenges and deliver innovative solutions

• Stay at the forefront of emerging ingredient technologies and advancements in emulsion science
• Contribute technical leadership across strategic product development initiatives

• 10+ years of experience in emulsion science, food science, chemistry, chemical engineering, or a related discipline
• Deep expertise in emulsion formulation, stabilization mechanisms, and surfactant/emulsifier systems
• Strong experience supporting beverage systems and/or liquid food applications
• Proven success scaling products from laboratory development to pilot and commercial manufacturing
• Strong understanding of physical chemistry, colloidal systems, and rheology
• Hands‑on experience with analytical techniques including particle size analysis, microscopy, and stability testing
• Demonstrated project leadership and ability to manage multiple technical initiatives
• Excellent communication skills with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders

• Experience working with natural colors, flavors, or functional ingredients
• Customer‑facing technical support or applications experience
• Knowledge of food and beverage regulatory and quality requirements

• BS, MS, or PhD in Food Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related scientific discipline
• Strong foundation in physical chemistry, colloid science, or interfacial science preferred

• Lead high‑visibility technical projects that directly impact customers and commercial success
• Collaborate with industry‑leading scientists and innovators
• Work on cutting‑edge food and beverage technologies
• Influence next‑generation emulsion platforms and ingredient solutions
• Enjoy a collaborative culture focused on innovation, scientific excellence, and continuous growth

If you're passionate about translating advanced emulsion science into real‑world commercial solutions, we'd love to hear from you.