Senior R&D Scientist, Consumer Innovation

** Sr. R&D Scientist:
Consumer Innovation*
* *
* Location:

** Muscatine, Iowa

** Category:
** Research & Development / CPG

** Salary:**  $95-120K; DOE

** Benefits:
** Full Benefits

** Relocation Assistance*
* ** Role Overview*
* We are seeking a visionary  
** Senior R&D Scientist, Consumer Innovation
** to spearhead cutting-edge product development within our pet category, while providing strategic collaboration across our human food and beverage lines.

This leadership role is designed for a high-level scientist who can bridge the gap between scientific discovery and commercial success. You will drive R&D initiatives, mentor a high-performing team, and turn complex research into market-leading products.

** Duties & Responsibilities*
* ** Innovation & Product Development*
* +  
** Design & Execute:
** Lead the innovative design and execution of research projects through comprehensive literature reviews and collaborative teamwork.

+  
** Trend Analysis:
** Stay at the forefront of industry developments regarding ingredient functionality to identify new opportunities for expanding pet treats, and supplement portfolios.

+  
** Experimental Leadership:
** Oversee experiments to develop and test new ingredients, analyzing performance and safety data for current and future pet product platforms.

+  
** Concept to Commercialization:
** Provide technical leadership from initial concept through successful market launch, interfacing with production, quality, regulatory, and sales teams.

** Technical Strategy & Troubleshooting*
* +  
** Process Optimization:
** Lead the optimization, verification, and validation of new techniques and experimental studies.

+  
** Data-Driven Problem Solving:
** Use sound scientific techniques to resolve challenges in development, commercialization, and ongoing production.

+  
** Market Intelligence:
** Evaluate competitive products to identify market gaps and provide application recommendations for the current portfolio.

+  
** Quality Support:
** Partner with operations to troubleshoot customer complaints, ingredient quality issues, and consumer feedback.

** Collaboration & Management*
* +  
** Cross-Functional Partnership:
** Work closely with manufacturing, procurement, and quality control to ensure all ingredients meet strict product specifications.

+  
** External Synergy:
** Collaborate with external suppliers and laboratories to extend internal research capabilities.

+  
** Reporting:
** Deliver timely, accurate analytical results and technical reports to support business teams and resolve complex technical hurdles.

** Education, Experience & Qualifications*
* +  
*
* Education:

** Bachelor of Science degree required (with 10+ years of experience); a  
** Master of Science
** is highly preferred.

+  
** Technical Expertise:
** 10+ years in an R&D role, ideally within the  
** Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG)
** industry.

+  
** Leadership:
** Proven experience managing and engaging direct reports while fostering a culture of collaborative innovation.

+  
** Scientific

Skills:

** Strong competency in experimental design, statistical analysis, and the use of scientific instruments for measuring ingredient properties.

+  
** Commercial Success:
** A documented track record of developing new ideas that led to successful commercialization.

+  
** Industry Knowledge:
** Familiarity with quality control and formulation in the pet or food industry is a significant plus.

P1

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account.

In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.  ()  for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly ®  Science &…