Confections Formulation Scientist

Curaleaf•Lexington, KY

2d•$78,000 - $87,000•Hybrid

About The Position

At Curaleaf, we’re redefining the cannabis industry with a strong commitment to quality, expertise, and innovation. As a leading global cannabis provider, our brands—including Curaleaf, Select, and Grassroots—offer premium products and services in both medical and adult-use markets. Join us at Curaleaf to be part of a high-growth, purpose-driven company that champions corporate social responsibility through our Rooted in Good initiative, supporting community outreach and positive change. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, drive innovation, and help shape the future of cannabis.

Requirements

5–8 years of experience in confectionery formulation and/or food manufacturing
A bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Food Chemistry, or a related field
Hands-on experience in confection formulation and scale-up, with knowledge of production equipment
Strong understanding of ingredient functionality, food chemistry, emulsions, and hydrocolloids to design stable formulations
Familiarity with GMPs, food safety, and regulatory requirements, with direct experience in sensory testing and shelf-life evaluations
Excellent communication and documentation skills, paired with attention to detail and strong organizational abilities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and formulation software
Willingness to travel for trials, production support, and industry events

Nice To Haves

Experience in the cannabis or hemp industry
Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems for managing formulations and ingredient tracking
Experience applying data science or analytics to product development
Supported R&D trials and helped scale products from concept to commercialization

Responsibilities

Supporting the development, optimization, and scaling of cannabis-infused edibles through bench trials, pilot runs, and full-scale production
Conducting sensory testing, shelf-life studies, and technical evaluations of texture, flavor, and stability using industry tools like viscometers and texture analyzers
Maintaining SOPs, batch records, and technical documentation to streamline operations and support audits
Ensuring compliance with GMP, food safety, labeling, and cannabis regulations, including coordinating third-party lab testing and interpreting results
Managing formulation and ingredient data using MRP systems and formulation software for efficiency and accuracy
Sharing data-driven insights that influence innovation, continuous improvement, and collaboration across the team