About the role

  • Principal Scientist leading complex R&D projects to bring new food products to market at Rich Products. Collaborating across teams and driving innovation in food science.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and execute high complexity product and process development from concept through to commercialization.
  • As a subject matter expert, evaluate new ingredients, materials, and process technologies.
  • Leverage digital, analytical, and statistical technologies to maximize insights from various data sets.
  • Collaborate with R&D, Business, Operations, QA stakeholders to prioritize and manage project/initiative.
  • Act as a project leader for product/process development and within specific areas of expertise.
  • Provide guidance and day-to-day supervision to members on the project team.
  • Mentor associates within the R&D department by sharing technical knowledge and expertise.
  • Propose new or innovative methods for using technology to resolve problems.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Chemical/Food/Biological/Mechanical Engineering or related field with 10 years food product and/or process development and project management experience from concept through commercialization.
  • Proven track record of independently achieved accomplishments in product development and innovation, and technological conceptualization.
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including adeptness in presentations.
  • Ability to thrive and excel in fast-paced work environments.
  • Demonstrated capacity to influence and lead teams effectively.
  • Proficiency in planning, organizing, and conducting theoretical or applied scientific research.
  • Expertise in analyzing research data and preparing detailed reports and presentations for R&D management and other key stakeholders.
  • Solid PC proficiency, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, database management, statistical software.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation
  • Health & financial benefits
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Family planning support
  • Flexible work policy
  • Associate resource groups
  • Volunteering & community impact opportunities
  • Holiday gatherings
  • In-house taste tests

Job title

Principal Scientist

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

$119,611 - $179,418 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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