Product Development Lab Technician - NYC (6‑Month Part‑Time)

Vita Coco Company; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

The Vita Coco Company is seeking a Lab Coordinator - Product Development for a 6-month, part-time assignment in our NYC lab. You will support beverage ideas from concept to sample by preparing bench-top prototypes, running routine tests, and coordinating shipments.

The ideal candidate has a recent degree in Food Science or related field, up to 2 years of lab experience, and comfort with Excel. This hands-on role requires meticulous attention to detail and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, Nutrition, or related field.
• Up to 2 years of lab experience; coursework, research or internships count.
• Familiarity with basic lab techniques and measurement accuracy.
• Comfortable with Excel or Google Sheets for data tracking.
• Available to work on-site in NYC 3 days per week for 6-month assignment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bench-top samples and prototypes, weigh and record formulas and findings.
• Run routine tests (pH, Brix, acidity, color) and log results.
• Set up sensory tastings and internal cuttings; organize feedback for the team.
• Support trials and commercialization by preparing ingredients and coordinating documentation.
• Pull, test and track shelf-life and stability samples; coordinate sample requests.
• Maintain lab records, specs and test logs; flag out-of-spec results.
• Follow lab SOPs, GMP and food-safety practices.
• Maintain lab, inventory, documentation and shipment management; assist with SOP updates.

Skills

Lab techniques

Data tracking

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or related

Recent graduate or final-year student

Job description

The Vita Coco Company is seeking a Lab Coordinator - Product Development for a 6-month, part-time assignment in our NYC lab. You will support beverage ideas from concept to sample by preparing bench-top prototypes, running routine tests, and coordinating shipments.

The ideal candidate has a recent degree in Food Science or related field, up to 2 years of lab experience, and comfort with Excel. This hands-on role requires meticulous attention to detail and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced