Product Development Scientist

Smartsearchonline; Glenview (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Part time

Job summary

Stefanini Group in Glenview, IL is seeking a Product Development Scientist to lead bench top experiments, test flavors and textures, and support commercialization of new products in the Condiments and Sauces unit. This contract role requires a technical background and the ability to manage multiple projects with limited supervision.

You will collaborate with Packaging, Quality, Operations, Project Management, Marketing and Sales to meet business objectives, travel up to 15% to factory locations,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Dairy Science, Meat Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 3–4 years of real world product development experience.
• Strong benchtop formulation capability.
• Hands on experience running bench experiments, prototype work, analytical measurements.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with semi-structured oversight.
• Strong attention to detail, problem solving, communication, and critical thinking.
• Ability and willingness to be onsite Monday–Friday.
• Ability to travel 15% to factory locations; travel reimbursed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct bench top experiments and analytical measurements in the lab.
• Test new products for flavor, texture, color, nutritional content, shelf-life, and standards.
• Support development and commercialization of new/improved products; review ingredients; deliver cost savings.
• Collaborate with Packaging, Quality, Operations, Project Management, Marketing, Sales to drive projects.

Skills

Benchtop formulation

Lab techniques

Project management

Onsite availability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science or related field

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Join us to co-create solutions for a better future!

Job Details

Scientist

Product Development Scientist

Glenview, IL

Posted: 9/30/2026

Job Description Job ID#: 65068

Job Category: Scientist

Position Type: Contract

Duration: 1 year

Shift: 1

Remaining Positions: 2

Stefanini Group is hiring!

Stefanini is looking for a Product Development Scientist in Glenview, IL

Work Location

• 801 Waukegan Rd, Glenview, IL 60025 (Onsite)

Shift: M-F, 9AM – 5 PM

Role Summary: This is a research based technical development role providing direction for and execution of projects across our North America Zone AFH. The candidate will be supporting technical projects to meet business initiatives focused on Innovation and Renovation. This candidate must have a technical background and excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to apply prior learning or scientific principles to new situations. This position requires an individual to manage multiple assignments/ tasks concurrently and demonstrate the ability to complete work with minimal guidance. Exhibiting a collaborative mindset and applying creative solutions are a must.

Key Components:

• Conducting bench top experiments and / or analytical measurements in the lab.
• Test new products for flavor, texture, color, nutritional content, shelf-life, and adherence to government and industry standards.
• Support development and commercialization of new / improved products, existing products, reviewing and evaluating ingredients, and delivering cost savings across the Condiments and Sauces unit.
• Work collaboratively with Packaging, Quality, Operations, Project Management, Marketing, Sales to drive, scope, implement projects to meet the business objectives.
• Includes activities such as feasibility assessments, prototype development, costing, supervision of factory trials, development of recipe and factory documentation, recipe and label development, technical approval, shelf life assessments and technical support for initial factory production.

Job Requirements

Must Haves:

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Dairy Science, Meat Science, Chemical Engineering, or related/equivalent field (from job description)
• Minimum 3–4 years of real world product development experience (not entry level)
• Strong benchtop formulation capability — identified as the most critical skill for the first 90 days
• Hands on experience running bench experiments, prototype work, analytical measurements, and related lab techniques
• Ability to manage multiple projects with semi structured oversight (receives direction, then executes independently with ongoing oversight)
• Strong attention to detail, problem solving, communication, and critical thinking skills
• Ability and willingness to be onsite Monday–Friday (full availability expected)
• Ability to travel 15% to factory locations; travel is reimbursed

Nice to Haves:

• Internships or full-time experience specifically in product development
• Experience with:
• Condiments & sauces
• Soups
• Mac & cheese
• Exposure to foodservice / away from home (AFH) product categories
• Demonstrated adaptability and versatility across product types or R&D environments
• Experience with sensory testing, shelf life studies, or analytical/nutritional testing

Listed salary ranges may vary based on experience, qualifications, and local market. Also, some positions may include bonuses or other incentives.

Stefanini takes pride in hiring top talent and developing relationships with our future employees. Our talent acquisition teams will never make an offer of employment without having a phone conversation with you. Those face-to-face conversations will involve a description of the job for which you have applied. We also speak with you about the process including interviews and job offers.

About Stefanini Group

The Stefanini Group is a global provider of offshore, onshore and near shore outsourcing, IT digital consulting, systems integration, application, and strategic staffing services to Fortune 1000 enterprises around the world. Our presence is in countries like the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia, and more than 400 clients across a broad spectrum of markets, including financial services, manufacturing, telecommunications, chemical services, technology, public sector, and utilities. Stefanini is a CMM level 5, IT consulting company with a global presence. We are CMM Level 5 company.

Pay Range:

$ 70.00 - $ 70.00