Senior Food Scientist - Nutritional Products

Are you passionate about creating innovative nutritional beverages and powders that make a real impact on health and wellness? We are seeking a Senior Food Scientist to lead the development and optimization of cutting-edge nutritional products from concept to commercialization. This role is perfect for a creative, detail-oriented scientist who thrives on innovation, quality, and clinical impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, optimize, and scale nutritional beverage and powder formulations to meet sensory, nutritional, and stability goals.
• Collaborate with Medical Nutrition, Marketing, and Sales teams to align product development with business objectives and patient needs.
• Research and evaluate new ingredients and explore novel opportunities in medical nutrition.
• Provide scientific and technical expertise to support leadership in product and clinical development initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships to source high-quality ingredients that meet product specifications.
• Represent the company at scientific meetings, conferences, and industry events.
• Ensure protection of intellectual property for new products, formulations, and processes.
• Comply with all GMP, food safety, and workplace safety standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Nutrition, or a related field (Master's preferred; PhD or PharmD a plus).
• 5+ years of product development experience from concept to commercialization in nutrition, food, beverage, supplement, nutraceutical, or biotech industries.
• Experience in both basic and applied R&D, preferably in small to mid-sized nutrition, food, beverage, or biotech companies.
• Strong expertise in food science, ingredient interactions, and process impact on nutrient stability.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations, aseptic processing, and quality standards.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.

Why Join Us:

• Competitive salary with a 12.5% performance-based bonus program
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and company holidays
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
• Employee discounts on company products