Principal Food Scientist
- $80,000 - $120,000
- Chicago, IL
Principal Food Scientist needed in the Chicago, IL area! // Up to $120K + Bonus Opportunity!
A bit about us:
Global Food Manufacturer in the Chicagoland area is looking to expand their team!
Why join us?
Competitive Salary!
3 weeks PTO + sick time!
Retirement plan with company match
Annual bonus
3 weeks PTO + sick time!
Retirement plan with company match
Annual bonus
Job Details
Responsibilities:
- Lead the development of new food products from concept to commercialization, ensuring that they meet customer needs and expectations, as well as regulatory requirements.
- Provide technical guidance and support to cross-functional teams, including R&D, manufacturing, and marketing, to ensure successful product launches.
- Design and conduct experiments to optimize product formulations and manufacturing processes, utilizing statistical methods to analyze data and draw conclusions.
- Identify and evaluate new technologies and innovations that could improve our products or processes, and collaborate with other departments to implement them.
- Conduct research on food ingredients and nutritional trends to identify opportunities for new product development.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends, market research, and competitor analysis to guide strategic decisions.
- Lead and mentor a team of food scientists and engineers, providing guidance, training, and feedback on their work.
- PhD in Food Science or related field, with a minimum of 2 years of experience in product development within the food and nutrition industry.
- In-depth knowledge of food chemistry, microbiology, and engineering principles, as well as familiarity with food regulations and labeling requirements.
- Proven track record of developing successful food products, from concept to commercialization, with a focus on consumer needs and market trends.
- Strong project management skills, with experience leading cross-functional teams and delivering projects on time and within budget.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with a passion for developing and growing team members.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.