Associate Food Scientist

Eurofins USA Food Testing•Ithaca, NY

15d•$67,000 - $92,000

About The Position

The Associate Food Scientist focuses on prototype formulation, understanding ingredient functionality, and working with suppliers to source ingredients for new products. The Associate Food Scientist also support pilot plant production runs, shelf life studies, and learn the basic requirements to produce GMP products for testing.

Requirements

Masters of Sciences degree in Food Science or an allied science is required
Bachelor of Science in Food Science or allied science with a minimum of one year practical experience
Demonstrates understanding of food GMP’s and FDA requirements for process adequacy.
Basic knowledge of computers and software programs
Must be able to work with both lab and pilot scale food processing machinery.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
Regular attendance and punctuality
Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate
Under direction, independently executes: o bench-top experiments and formulation work o nutritional and component analysis o pilot plant trials, shelf life studies, and sensory studies o experimental design
Plans activities such as calculating ingredient quantities, production timing, and planning own weekly schedule
Supports pilot plant trials; prepares samples for processing, operates processing and/or packaging equipment, and collects data. Produces samples of good quality.
Interfaces with ingredient suppliers; orders ingredients and requests documentation. Seeks out information/facilities to get the job completed.
Makes suggestions for modifications in experimental approach and proactive feedback on next steps based on results.
Occasionally (up to 10% of time) has to travel overnight, weekends, interstate and/or international travel.
Must demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills; must be a team player who is professional and presentable.
Assists in writing reports, methods, protocols and SOPs.
Keeps updated and educated on relevant news, literature and findings in the industry.
Networks with individuals outside of Covance
Trains and assists less experienced staff
Completes all required training courses.
Learns and demonstrates departmental procedures and policies
Viewed as a resource across multiple teams
Performs other related duties as assigned
Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner
Performs other duties as assigned