Analytical Color & Flavor Innovation Scientist

Sensient Technologies Corporation

St. Louis (MO)

On-site

USD 95,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Sensient Technologies Corporation is seeking an Analytical Innovation Scientist to support product development through advanced testing, method development, and scientific analysis in a laboratory setting.

You will operate LC/LC-MS and spectroscopy instruments, develop and validate methods for plant extracts and food products, and deliver data to guide R&D, quality, and business decisions. This role requires on-site collaboration and strong cross-functional teamwork.

Qualifications

  • Minimum bachelor's degree in chemistry with 5+ years of experience or master's degree in food / color analytical chemistry or related field.
  • Experience in analytical chemistry, food science, color science, or a related lab environment.
  • Strong knowledge of analytical instrumentation and laboratory testing techniques.

Responsibilities

  • Perform analytical testing on colorants, plant extracts, and food samples using a range of laboratory techniques and instruments.
  • Develop, optimize, and validate LC/LC-MS methods for plant extracts, food products, and natural-color applications.
  • Design and execute analytical studies, including shelf-life and product evaluations, to support R&D and quality decisions.

Skills

Analytical chemistry
Color science
Laboratory testing
Data interpretation
Communication & collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry
Master's degree in food/color analytical chemistry

Tools

LC/LC-MS
UV-Vis spectroscopy
HPLC/UHPLC

Job description

Sensient Technologies Corporation is seeking an Analytical Innovation Scientist to support product development through advanced testing, method development, and scientific analysis in a laboratory setting.

You will operate LC/LC-MS and spectroscopy instruments, develop and validate methods for plant extracts and food products, and deliver data to guide R&D, quality, and business decisions. This role requires on-site collaboration and strong cross-functional teamwork.

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