Scientist Product Development
Core
Lead new product development from concept to launch, translating consumer insights into scalable food products using food science principles.
Role type
Product Development Scientist
Builds
New food product prototypes and scalable formulations
Domain
Food Science / Consumer Packaged Goods
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Food science fundamentals, pilot plant unit operations, scale-up expertise, raw material and finished product specification definition, intellectual property documentation, trend spotting, supplier collaboration
Preferred skills
Advanced degree in Food Science or Chemical Engineering, culinary industry experience, cross-functional team management
Technologies
Pilot plant equipment, quality management systems
Responsibilities
Design and develop new prototypes from benchtop to full scale production; collaborate with R&D sub-functions to move ideas through the launch process; ensure product quality and food safety requirements are defined and delivered; maintain proper documentation and knowledge management for projects; stay current with food science developments and competitive trends; operate pilot plant unit operations for scale-up.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC