Principal Scientist-Food & Beverage

** Principal Scientist
- Food & Beverage*
* ** Milwaukee, WI | $125,000 - $140,000 + Benefits*
* ** 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  
** Principal Scientist
** 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.

** What You'll Do*
* + 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

** Solve Complex Technical Challenges*
* + 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

** Drive Commercial Success*
* + 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

** Influence Future Technologies*
* + Stay at the forefront of emerging ingredient technologies and advancements in emulsion science

+ Contribute technical leadership across strategic product development initiatives

** What We're Looking For*
* ** Required Qualifications*
* + 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

** Preferred Qualifications*
* + 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

+ Experience in fast-paced, innovation-driven product development environments

** Education*
* + 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

** Why Join Us?*
* + 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

** Compensation*
* ** Base Salary: $125,000 - $140,000*
* If you're passionate about translating advanced emulsion science into real-world commercial solutions, we'd love to hear from you.

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