Associate Scientist-Applied Research

The Edlong Corporation•,

3h•$55,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Scientist – Applied Research supports the development of new technologies that deliver specific functionality in dairy and dairy-type flavors. The work focuses on the biochemical transformation (bioconversion) of raw materials by leveraging enzymes (enzyme-based conversions) and microorganisms (microbial conversion). The resulting materials enable the development of new and advanced taste and product solutions by Flavorists and Application Scientists. The Associate Scientist – Applied Research also conducts scientific research and consults with other experts in new taste and processing technologies. The position identifies commercial opportunities of new ingredients and recommends new process technologies.

Requirements

Minimum BS degree in Food Science or related field.
Ability to read, write, comprehend written, electronic, spoken instructions, memos, correspondence, communicate verbally by phone and electronically in a professional manner in English.
Effectively present information in one-on-one, large and small groups of customers, suppliers, or other employees.
Compile data into reports and summaries.
Understand customer needs and respond with appropriate product or research proposals to meet those needs.
Compute in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Compute rates, ratios, and percents and draw and interpret graphs.
Perform mathematical operations using various units of measurements.
Understand basic statistics for processing research derived data.
Work independently to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Develop positive customer relationships and respond to inquiries or complaints from customers in a proactive manner.
Interpret an extensive variety of technical instruction in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Evaluate flavor preparations using taste and smell.
Evaluate flavor preparations for stability and solubility using vision.
Working knowledge of Microsoft office and ability to learn and use all internal business software.

Nice To Haves

Professional experience in the food, food ingredients, or flavor industry would be a plus.

Responsibilities

Execute research to support the development of new dairy taste technologies.
Prioritize and manage commercial and research projects according to expected deliverables and research plans.
Apply established research processes and methodologies, experimental design (DOE), and scientific problem solving.
Create batches of compounds and support their sensory characterization and chemical analysis, as required.
Support product shelf-life studies.
Support the process of recommending new raw materials by studying consumer requirements and manufacturing capabilities; help to determine cost/ benefit relationships.
Understand the specifications of food ingredients used in the manufacturing of new taste technologies.
Understand ingredient systems and technologies by assisting in the evaluation of current versus new or improved processes.
Assist in the identification and analysis of root causes of problems in manufacturing processes and ingredients; suggest ideas for process improvements.
Maintain appropriate records of research work for future reference and knowledge building.
Collaborate in the writing of technical papers, as required.
Display high-level of curiosity and seek new opportunities for learning.
Protect IP assets by maintaining confidentiality.
Maintain safe and clean environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations, and good manufacturing practices.
Assist with pilot trials, both pilot plant scale and production scale.
Implement new laboratory techniques with proper understanding of their application in various research projects.
Maintain necessary inventory of samples and raw materials with up-to-date inventory records.
Facilitate discussions within project teams.
Expand formal and informal networks for professional knowledge and idea sharing.
Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results in adherence to Corporate Mission, Vision and Strategic goals.
Participation in Sensory Panels.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge base by sponsoring or attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, participating in professional societies.
Support the alignment of global business practices, processes, and procedures.
Engage in Edlong’s marketing campaigns, as requested (LinkedIn, webinars, blog posts, etc.).