Scientist, Research Scientist

Job Description

Job #: 3037237

Job Title: Scientist (Food Chemist)

Location: Union Beach, New Jersey (Onsite)

As a member of the Consumer Product Analysis (CPA) group, you will be responsible for carrying out flavor research activities involving diverse sample processing techniques. You will be collecting and interpreting data from analytical instruments, with a focus on GC-MS, HPLC, and LCMS. The role involves developing expertise to understand the key components, processes, and interactions that drive taste performance for a variety of consumer and natural products.

• Execute complex technical work under the general direction of technical management related to the isolation and concentration of flavor compounds from food and beverage products.
• Acquire, analyze, and develop skills in interpreting chromatographic data (GC-MS, HPLC, LCMS).
• Document and record analytical data from flavor research projects.
• Maintain the laboratory and equipment.

Education: A Bachelor of Science degree or higher in Food Science, Chemistry, or a related field is required.
Experience: Must have experience in the food and beverage industry. Experience in a wet chemistry lab is also required.
Technical

Skills:

Competency with current computing and information technology tools is necessary. Hands‑on experience with gas chromatography and mass spectrometry (GC‑MS), HPLC, and LCMS, as well as sample preparation techniques such as solvent extractions (LLE), distillations, and headspace collections (SPME) is needed.

• A Master of Science degree in Food Science, Chemistry, or a related field is preferred.
• Familiarity and interest in the flavor and fragrance industry are considered a plus.
• A demonstrated drive to take on complex technical problems.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law.