Ice Cream Associate Scientist- NA

6286 Magnum ICC US, LLC; Englewood Cliffs (NJ); On-site; USD 59,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-competitive pay

Flexible working arrangements

Health and wellbeing support

Time off to rest and recharge

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

The Magnum Ice Cream Company is seeking an Associate Scientist for the North America Ice Cream Research, Design & Innovation team. You will support technical deliverables across innovation, renovation, quality improvement and cost optimization projects, working with Technical Project Leaders and cross-functional partners.

Hands‑on bench development, pilot plant work, testing and specification management are core elements of the role.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Food Science or related field; 1+ years experience preferred.
• Knowledge of FDA regulations, GMPs, GLPs.
• Knowledge of ingredient functionality, processing, nutrition and relevant legislation.

Responsibilities

• Support regional product development for innovation, renovation and cost optimization.
• Lead bench-top development and optimization per project briefs.
• Screen ingredients and suppliers; recommend next steps based on analyses.
• Plan and execute pilot plant trials, sampling, testing, and sensory evaluations.
• Manage ingredients and samples, including inventory and logistics.
• Coordinate showings with Brand and Consumer Technical Insight teams.
• Create specifications in SAP PLM from request to approved status for new ingredients/products.
• Participate in factory trials and support third-party manufacturing for launches.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Presentation skills

Education

B.S. in Food Science

Tools

SAP PLM

Job description

Life tastes better with ice cream With 19.000 expert ice cream colleagues and iconic brands like Wall’s, Cornetto and Ben & Jerry’s, loved in 76 countries, we are the world’s largest Ice Cream company leading the industry. We create iconic ice cream brands that are part of everyday life, bringing moments of joy to millions of people around the world. Everybody loves ice cream. And as the world’s biggest pure‑play ice cream company, we have the scale and ambition to make a real difference. What truly sets us apart is how we work. We move fast and keep things simple. We turn ideas into action, trust people to take ownership, and work as one team to win together with integrity. Our culture is high‑performance, collaborative and focused on getting things done. We’re curious and ready for what’s next. We embrace digital, use data to make better decisions, and keep learning, including how AI can help us work smarter and serve consumers better.

Terms: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without the need for current or future employer sponsorship. Employment eligibility will be verified as part of the hiring process.

THE ROLE

As an Associate Scientist in the North America Ice Cream Research, Design & Innovation (RD&I) team, you will support technical deliverables across innovation, renovation, quality improvement and cost optimization projects. Working with Technical Project Leaders and cross‑functional partners, you will help turn project briefs into consumer‑relevant products through hands‑on bench development, pilot plant work, testing and specification management.

WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

• Support product development workstreams to deliver regional innovation, renovation, quality improvement and cost optimization projects
• Lead bench‑top development and optimization work based on project briefs
• Screen and validate new ingredients and suppliers, and recommend scientifically sound next steps based on analytical, sensory and product‑showing results
• Plan and execute pilot plant trials, sample preparation, analytical testing, and sensory evaluations
• Manage ingredients and product samples, including inventory, ordering, logistics, shipping, and disposal
• Conduct product showings and cuttings with cross‑functional partners, including Brand and Consumer Technical Insight teams
• Lead the process of specification creation in SAP PLM from the request to the approved status and create specifications for all new ingredients and new products to be launched
• Participate in factory trials for commercialization and support third‑party manufacturing setup for outsourced product launches

WE'RE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO

• Minimum of B.S. in Food Science or relevant scientific related field of study; 1+ years of relevant product development experience including internships is preferred.
• Experience operating in regulations (such as FDA), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), as well as Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs).
• Possess basic technical knowledge of ingredient functionality, processing, nutrition, and legislation in foods a plus.
• Effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills within cross‑functional teams and with outside customers.
• Good project management, organizational skills, multi‑tasking, and quick learning will enable success in this role.
• Ability to present information to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Ability to prepare comprehensive trial/lab reports and presentation, including recommendations and next steps

WHAT YOU'LL GET

• Alongside meaningful work and strong development, we offer a reward package that typically includes Market‑competitive pay and performance related rewards
• Flexible ways of working
• Support for health, wellbeing and life outside of work
• Time off to rest and recharge
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities

Pay: The pay range for this position is $59,300 to $88,900. The Magnum Ice Cream Company (TMICC) takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, qualifications and education, and other business and organizational needs.

Bonus: This position is bonus eligible.

Benefits: TMICC employees are eligible to participate in our benefits plan. Should the employee choose to participate, they can choose from a range of benefits to include, but is not limited to, health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage), retirement savings benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, parental leave, sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, as well as access to numerous voluntary benefits. Any coverage for health insurance and retirement benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Why join us?

This is a place for people who are passionate about ice cream and are growth obsessed - both for the business and for themselves. People who act like an owner and drive our business end‑to‑end. People who are driven by success to deliver more than we ever thought we could!

You’ll thrive here if you value an inclusive culture, with low ego and hierarchy - and if you’re excited to continuously learn and challenge how we work, using digital, data, and new thinking to push us forward.

Roles with real accountability and visible impact Free to move fast, experiment and challenge how things are done Continuous learning and development as the business grows Reward linked to performance and contribution. Your career here is shaped by what you deliver, as you work across functions and markets and grow with the business.

If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail]. Please note: This email is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry about positions or application statuses. The Protected Veterans or Individuals with Disabilities AAP narratives are available for inspection by any employee or applicant for employment Monday through Friday during normal business hours at establishment.

Additional information

The Magnum Ice Cream Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can do their best work regardless of age, disability, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

Disclaimer Equal Opportunity Employer: The Magnum Ice Cream Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Employment is subject to verification of pre‑screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check, credit check and DMV check.