Product Development Scientist - Food

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Remote work

Growth opportunities

Innovative environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an innovative and experienced Product Development Scientist specializing in Food science to join our remote team. This role is critical for the creation and refinement of new FMCG food products, from concept generation through to commercialization.

You will leverage your scientific expertise to develop formulations, conduct sensory evaluations, ensure product stability, and support scale-up processes. The ideal candidate will hold a Master's or Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Food Science, Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in food product development within the FMCG industry.
• Strong knowledge of food chemistry, ingredient functionality, food processing techniques, and food safety regulations.
• Experience with sensory analysis and statistical analysis of data.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a creative approach to product innovation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of new food product formulations, ensuring alignment with market trends, consumer needs, and business objectives.
• Conduct laboratory-scale product development, including ingredient sourcing, testing, and optimization of product characteristics (taste, texture, appearance).
• Plan and execute sensory evaluation studies and shelf-life testing to ensure product quality and consumer acceptance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, R&D, and manufacturing, to ensure smooth product scale-up and successful commercial launch.
• Ensure all product development activities comply with food safety regulations and quality standards.

Skills

Food science

Chemistry

Sensory analysis

Education

Master's degree in Food Science or Chemistry

PhD in Food Science or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative and experienced Product Development Scientist specializing in Food science to join their remote team. This role is critical for the creation and refinement of new FMCG food products, from concept generation through to commercialization. You will leverage your scientific expertise to develop formulations, conduct sensory evaluations, ensure product stability, and support scale-up processes. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of food chemistry, processing, and regulatory requirements, combined with a passion for creating exciting and high-quality food products for the consumer market. This position offers a unique opportunity to drive product innovation from anywhere, impacting the future of food products.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of new food product formulations, ensuring alignment with market trends, consumer needs, and business objectives.
• Conduct laboratory-scale product development, including ingredient sourcing, testing, and optimization of product characteristics (taste, texture, appearance).
• Plan and execute sensory evaluation studies and shelf-life testing to ensure product quality and consumer acceptance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, R&D, and manufacturing, to ensure smooth product scale-up and successful commercial launch.
• Ensure all product development activities comply with food safety regulations and quality standards.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Food Science, Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in food product development within the FMCG industry.
• Strong knowledge of food chemistry, ingredient functionality, food processing techniques, and food safety regulations.
• Experience with sensory analysis and statistical analysis of data.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a creative approach to product innovation.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Full remote work arrangement, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education in food science.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment focused on cutting-edge product development.