Associate Scientist I

Mondelēz International•East Hanover, NJ

12d•$61,800 - $84,975•Hybrid

About The Position

Mondelēz International is hiring an early-career Associate Scientist I for its Research & Development team. The role supports platform programs for the biscuit category strategy and contributes to product design and development to deliver consistent, appealing consumer experiences. The successful candidate will work with guidance to plan technical projects, develop technology solutions and applications for core biscuit brands, analyze experimental results, and turn findings into recommendations. The role also involves collaborating across functions, drawing on internal and external expertise, and using digital simulation models and tools to deliver high-quality results. The position calls for a developing technical understanding of ingredient functionality and process unit operations and how they affect finished products. It also supports translating technical solutions into consumer-focused ideas for the Mindful Snacking growth agenda and contributing to digital capabilities and the R&D culture. The candidate should have some understanding of the end-to-end development cycle, from insight and exploration through project charter and post-launch monitoring. This is a hybrid role, with three days a week in the office and travel of up to 10%. The listed base salary range is $61,800 to $84,975, with eligibility for a performance-based bonus program. Relocation support is not available.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Food Science, or another related field; Chemical Engineering or Food Science is preferred.
Ability to apply technical curiosity and understanding to interpret and analyze data.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate with cross-functional stakeholders and write technical report conclusions.
Strong leadership potential and leadership experience.
Excellent communication skills and resilience.
Adaptability, interpersonal savvy, and engagement in diverse extracurricular activities.
Growth mindset, agility, integrity, and a vision for the future.
Strong cognitive abilities, willingness to learn, and data pattern recognition.
Drive, curiosity, and readiness to make a positive impact.
Statistical analysis skills using MiniTab, JMP, SAS, or similar software or language.
Analytical and computer skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Passion for understanding how digital tools can be leveraged to support growth.

Nice To Haves

Experience with digital tools such as Python, R, PowerBI, Tableau, PowerApps, Quickbase, ANSYS, GPROMs, SQL, AutoCAD, or SolidWorks.
Experience with modeling and simulation techniques such as Computational Fluid Dynamics, Finite Element Analysis, Discrete Element Methods, Discrete Event Simulations, Process Modelling, Molecular Dynamics, Reaction Kinetics Modelling, artificial intelligence, data modeling, data wrangling, or data visualization.
Some understanding of the end-to-end development cycle, from insight and exploration through project charter to post-launch monitoring.

Responsibilities

Plan technical projects with guidance in alignment with RDQ, marketing, and manufacturing requirements.
Plan and execute work plans focused on developing technology solutions and applications for core biscuit brands.
Analyze experiment results and translate them into actionable recommendations with guidance and support.
Build a strong network to leverage internal and external expertise.
Use digital simulation models to deliver high-quality results in a timely manner.
Collaborate effectively in cross-functional teams.
Apply technical understanding of ingredient characteristics and process unit operations to support finished products that meet consumer expectations.
Translate technical solutions into consumer-centric ideas supporting the Mindful Snacking growth agenda.
Support the use of digital tools and help embed a digital mindset in the R&D culture.
Embrace sustainability and mindful snacking and promote these within the R&D culture.