Food Technologist

Scientific Search; Vista (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity incentives

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Food Scientist in Vista, CA, to develop innovative functional mushroom products. The ideal candidate will bring creativity into science, collaborating with diverse teams to bring novel ideas to life. Responsibilities include prototyping, executing experiments, and maintaining compliance records. The role is entry-level full-time with a competitive salary range of $85,000–$105,000 plus bonuses. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about food science and innovation.

Qualifications

• Experience in RTD, RTM, bars, confections, or personal care formulation.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks.
• Ability to manage multiple projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop functional mushroom ingredient prototypes.
• Execute experiments for stability and performance validation.
• Maintain formulation records and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Present findings to cross-functional teams.
• Manage partnerships with external processors and suppliers.

Skills

Formulation skills

Communication

Knowledge of food safety and GMP

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Biology, Biochemistry, or related field

Job description

Food Scientist

Location: Vista, CA

Step into a role where creativity meets science and your formulations help shape the next generation of functional mushroom innovations. As a Food Technologist with my client, you'll bring novel ideas to life, turning cutting-edge research into real-world products that elevate wellness and inspire global brands. This is a chance to directly influence how consumers experience powerful, science-backed ingredients.

Why You Should Apply

• Work at the forefront of functional mushroom innovation
• Collaborate with dynamic scientific, product, and commercial teams
• Lead formulation projects across diverse categories and applications
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package supporting health and wellbeing
• Competitive salary range: $85,000–$105,000 + 10% bonus
• Equity incentives considered

What You’ll Be Doing

• Develop functional mushroom ingredient prototypes and support new product development
• Design and execute experiments to validate stability and performance across applications
• Maintain accurate formulation records and regulatory‑compliant data
• Present technical findings to internal and cross‑functional teams
• Partner with external processors, suppliers, and co‑manufacturers on commercialization
• Manage samples, ingredient sourcing, and detailed documentation

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Biology, Biochemistry, or related field
• Skilled formulator with experience across RTD, RTM, bars, confections, or personal care
• Strong communicator able to translate scientific concepts for varied audiences
• Knowledgeable in food safety, regulatory frameworks, and GMP environments
• Detail‑oriented, organized, and comfortable managing multiple projects

How To Apply

We’d love to see your resume, but we don’t need it to have a conversation. Send us an email to [e-mail] and tell me why you’re interested. Or, feel free to email your resume. Please include Job#19647.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting

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