Global Scientist

Agropur; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 153,700 - 192,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

401(k) with 7% company contributions

3 weeks PTO

Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays

Paid parental leave

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Agropur in Eden Prairie, MN seeks a senior dairy science leader to act as the strategic advisor forinnovation and product development. You will drive growth by identifying new technologies and translating scientific opportunities into business value.

The role requires an advanced degree and 15+ years in dairy research or leadership, with strong collaboration across universities and industry networks. On-site role with opportunities to influence senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in dairy science or related field is required.
• 15+ years in dairy research, innovation, or leadership is expected.
• Experience across dairy ingredients, cheese, and processing technologies preferred.
• Experience with regulated food industries; US/Canada market experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the organization's leading dairy science expert and strategic advisor.
• Drive innovation by identifying emerging technologies, scientific trends, and growth opportunities.
• Develop strategies aligning technical capabilities with business objectives.
• Build partnerships with universities, research organizations, and industry networks.
• Lead technology scouting and evaluate opportunities for commercial application.
• Prioritize and govern R&D investments to maximize impact and efficiency.
• Support commercialization through scientific expertise and regulatory collaboration.
• Foster knowledge sharing and innovation across business units.
• Influence senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams to accelerate growth.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Stakeholder alignment

Regulatory understanding

Education

Master's degree (MS) or PhD in Dairy Science or related field

Job description

Job Type

Regular

People are at the heart of our success. Our culture encourages collaboration, transparency, and accountability in order to generate value and achieve sustainable results. Being part of the team means committing to an environment where everyone’s impact truly matters.

Working at Agropur means contributing to stronger communities through dairy products.

An Environment Aligned With a Clear Purpose

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with 7% company contributions
• 3 weeks Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Advancement Opportunities
• Salary range 008: $153,700-$192,100 (Salary will be determined based on skills, education, training & experience related to the position)

How You Will Contribute

• Serve as the organization's leading dairy science expert and strategic advisor.
• Drive innovation by identifying emerging technologies, scientific trends, and growth opportunities.
• Develop innovation strategies that align technical capabilities with business objectives.
• Build and leverage partnerships with universities, research organizations, and industry networks.
• Lead technology scouting and evaluate opportunities for commercial application.
• Prioritize and govern R&D investments to maximize business impact and resource effectiveness.
• Support commercialization efforts through scientific expertise, technical risk assessment, and regulatory collaboration.
• Foster knowledge sharing and innovation across business units.
• Influence senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams to accelerate strategic initiatives and growth.

What Will Enable You To Contribute

• Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Dairy Science, Food Science, or a related discipline
• 15+ years of experience in dairy research, innovation, product development, or scientific leadership
• Broad expertise across dairy ingredients, cheese, fresh dairy products, and processing technologies
• Proven track record leading innovation programs and translating scientific opportunities into business value
• Strong portfolio management, prioritization, and stakeholder alignment capabilities
• Experience managing external research partnerships and technology scouting initiatives
• Strong business acumen and ability to influence senior leaders in a matrixed environment
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Experience within regulated food industries; Canadian and U.S. market experience preferred

A role that is meaningful and delivers lasting impact.

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.

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