Associate Scientist, R&D - Soup & Broth

Campbell's • NJ

88d • $57,800 - $83,100

About The Position

The Associate Scientist R&D will be responsible for supporting the Research & Development activities on the RTS Soup & Innovation Product Development Team. In this role you will be executing projects across the Soup & Broth portfolio, including ready to serve soup and innovation. The scope of the job encompasses the entire Product Development process from idea conception through plant commercialization.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science or higher in Food Science or related field.
• Minimum of 6 months in CPG or Foodservice industry or related experience with basic or Co-Op food product development experience.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated skills in commercializing products/processes in the manufacturing environment are desired.
• Creative problem-solving skills.
• Technical, culinary, and new product curiosity for food.
• Ability to work with ambiguity and seek creative solutions.
• Inclination to work in a team environment.
• Strong planning and organizing skills.
• Ability to synthesize data, interpret, and provide recommendations.
• Highly capable with lab practices, running & improving test methods, material preparation, and batch assessment.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Basic understanding of consumer testing methodologies.
• Computer skills include basic fluency in Microsoft Office, and database management.

Responsibilities

• Execute work plans for the Ready to Serve Soup Business supporting one or more projects of low to moderate complexity and technical risk.
• Demonstrate organizational and planning skills.
• Assist with the development and execution of project timelines, which include contingency planning.
• Leverage vendor capabilities to expand formulation possibilities and ingredient solves to increase speed to market.
• With guidance, develop prototypes to support concept and ideation exploration work and continue to refine the prototypes based on consumer feedback.
• Work on the bench and pilot plant line to understand initial feasibility of new products and conduct ingredient screenings during benchtop evaluation.
• Conduct trials in the Pilot Plant and/or manufacturing facilities to assess manufacturing capability and consumer acceptability.
• Incorporate nutritional and cost parameters into product design.
• Demonstrate flexibility and agility by being able to adapt quickly to changes in direction.
• Partner with team members to advance projects and be able to function effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
• Lead cross-functional tastings with business partners and stakeholders.
• Communicate plans, results and project risks to vendors, senior functional staff and/or business teams as required.
• Work independently to create new concepts based on research, benchmark and creativity solutions.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, short and long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance (for individual, families, and domestic partners).
• Matching 401(k) plan with immediate vesting.
• Unlimited sick time along with paid time off and holiday pay.
• Free access to the fitness center (if in WHQ).
• Access to on-site day care (operated by Bright Horizons) and company store.
• Campbell’s Cares program matches employee donations and/or volunteer activity up to $1,500 annually.
• Variety of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree