Food Scientist — Drive Innovation & New Product Development

Osift; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

A food and beverage innovation leader in Portland is seeking passionate Food Scientists to enhance product development across various expertise areas, including confectionery and supplements. Candidates should have a degree in Food Science and 2+ years in food R&D, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Join a supportive environment with competitive compensation and opportunities for growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead development projects for clients, including sourcing ingredients and validating formulations.
• Generate ingredient statements, nutrition facts panels, and allergen reports.
• Model costs for products and communicate with clients about choices impacting costs.
• Prepare for and execute benchtop production runs according to client needs.
• Manage multiple ongoing projects simultaneously.

Skills

Food product development

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Collaborative teamwork

Independent project management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food Science or related field

Job description

A food and beverage innovation leader in Portland is seeking passionate Food Scientists to enhance product development across various expertise areas, including confectionery and supplements. Candidates should have a degree in Food Science and 2+ years in food R&D, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Join a supportive environment with competitive compensation and opportunities for growth.