Flavor Science Associate Scientist
Core
Develop and manage flavor specifications and raw material acceptance criteria for innovative beverage products using analytical chemistry and flavor system expertise.
Role type
Associate Scientist, Flavor Science & Specification
Builds
Technical specifications for flavor raw materials and ingredients
Domain
Food & Beverage / Flavor Chemistry / Analytical Chemistry
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Flavor chemistry, Analytical chemistry, GC-MS, GC-FID, RI, SG, Regulatory compliance (FCC/JECFA), Sensory evaluation, Specification development, Stakeholder collaboration
Preferred skills
Knowledge of Agilent MassHunter software, Ingredient functionality understanding
Technologies
GC-MS, GC-FID, RI, SG, Agilent MassHunter
Responsibilities
Generate fit-for-purpose specifications by applying flavor system expertise; Coordinate raw material testing to qualify new materials; Research flavor systems and marker compounds to support specification development; Consult regulatory monographs to ensure compliance; Perform sensory evaluations to support business activities.
Seniority
Associate, hands-on IC