ASSOCIATE APPLICATIONS SCIENTIST

Grain Processing Corporation•Muscatine, IA

3h•Onsite

About The Position

Join Grain Processing Corporation's Technical Solutions team as an Associate Applications Scientist and become part of the innovation behind ingredients used in food, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and personal care products sold around the world. In this role, you'll gain hands-on experience developing formulations, conducting laboratory testing, and evaluating ingredient performance while working alongside industry experts. This role is ideal for a scientist who enjoys experimentation, problem-solving, and bringing ideas to life. You'll contribute to projects that support customer success, product innovation, and commercialization efforts while building valuable technical and industry experience. Along the way, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, participate in customer-focused initiatives, and have the opportunity to see the direct impact of your work on the marketplace. If you're ready to launch your career in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where curiosity, learning, and innovation are valued, we'd love to meet you. This role is designed and intended to be performed in Muscatine, Iowa.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, or other science-based curriculum is required
0-3 years of relevant laboratory, research, product development, or application experience is needed
Relevant internships or co-op assignments will be considered
Experience working in a laboratory environment is necessary, including sample preparation, formulation work, data collection, and adherence to safe laboratory practices
Basic understanding of chemistry, ingredient functionality, formulation principles, and scientific testing methods
Ability to learn and apply technical knowledge in food, nutraceutical, and personal care applications
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams
Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Nice To Haves

Exposure to food, nutraceutical, personal care, ingredient, or consumer product industries is a plus
Experience with laboratory software, LIMS, ERP systems, or statistical software is beneficial but not required

Responsibilities

Conduct laboratory experiments and application testing under the guidance of senior scientists to evaluate ingredient functionality and performance
Prepare, develop, and optimize formulations utilizing GPC ingredients for food, nutraceutical, and personal care applications
Collect, analyze, and summarize experimental data to support technical recommendations, product evaluations, and customer projects
Assist in assessing and refining new product concepts and prototypes throughout the product development process
Utilize laboratory equipment, analytical methods, and sensory evaluation techniques to characterize ingredients and finished product performance
Maintain accurate laboratory notebooks, test records, data files, and project documentation in accordance with company procedures
Follow established laboratory safety, quality, and regulatory requirements at all times
Support technical teams in preparing application guides, technical reports, presentations, customer-facing materials, and product documentation
Collaborate with scientists, commercial teams, operations, quality, regulatory, and other cross-functional partners to support business objectives
Assist with customer visits, technical demonstrations, training sessions, trade shows, and industry events as needed
Participate in troubleshooting activities and application development projects to help address customer needs
Manage multiple assignments and priorities while meeting project timelines and deliverables
Perform other duties as assigned