Beverage R&D Scientist (Associate)

Red Boot Beverage; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Simple IRA

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Flexible spending account

Job summary

Red Boot Beverage is seeking an Associate Scientist to join our R&D team in Detroit. You will perform hands-on lab work, formulate testing, optimize processes, and analyze data to drive new beverage products and improvements.

The role requires 1–3 years in a lab/R&D setting, familiarity with pH measurement and data analysis, and strong documentation and teamwork skills. On-site full‑time position with travel up to 5% and U.S. work authorization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
• 1–3 years of hands‑on experience in an R&D or laboratory setting, preferably within the food and beverage industry.
• Familiarity with experimental design, data analysis, and lab techniques such as pH measurement or stability analysis.
• Strong documentation skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team‑oriented environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and basic data analysis tools.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently as well as in a team environment to attain personal, team and company goals
• Well‑organized and skilled in time management, prioritization, scheduling, and meeting deadlines

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory experiments and pilot‑scale trials following established protocols and safety procedures.
• Support the development, optimization, and validation of formulations and processes.
• Prepare and analyze prototypes using standard laboratory techniques and equipment.
• Collect, interpret, and present experimental data clearly and accurately.
• Maintain detailed documentation, including lab notebooks, data sheets, and reports.
• Assist in troubleshooting formulation or process challenges.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams such as Quality, Operations, and Regulatory Affairs.
• Maintain lab equipment and ensure a safe, clean, and organized working environment.
• Contributes to the preparation of technical documents, reports, and presentations.
• Keep current with relevant scientific literature, tools, and best practices.
• Cultivate and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures and regulations; identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions; participate in safety meetings as required
• Meet all GMP, SQF, and safety requirements; participate in food and safety meetings

Skills

Lab work

Data analysis

Experimental design

Documentation

Communication

Education

BSc in Food Science

MSc in Chemistry

Tools

pH measurement

Stability analysis

Analytical instrumentation

Job description

Red Boot Beverage is seeking an Associate Scientist to join our R&D team in Detroit. You will perform hands-on lab work, formulate testing, optimize processes, and analyze data to drive new beverage products and improvements.

The role requires 1–3 years in a lab/R&D setting, familiarity with pH measurement and data analysis, and strong documentation and teamwork skills. On-site full‑time position with travel up to 5% and U.S. work authorization.