R&D Associate Scientist

Davita Inc.; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 57,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as an Associate Scientist R&D, where you will support product development for the Soup & Broth team. You will execute projects from concept to commercialization, leveraging vendor capabilities and conducting trials to ensure product success. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's in Food Science and some experience in food product development, with ample opportunities for growth and innovation.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and life insurance

401(k) plan with immediate vesting

Unlimited sick time and paid time off

On-site fitness center and daycare access

Employee donation matching program

Qualifications

• 6 months food product development experience desired.
• Relevant internships or Co-Op programs will be counted toward experience requirement.

Responsibilities

• Execute projects for Soup/Broth business supporting low to moderate complexity.
• Conduct trials in Pilot Plant and/or manufacturing facilities for consumer acceptability.

Skills

Planning and organizing skills

Good written and oral communication skills

Education

Bachelor's of Science in Food Science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Since 1869 we've connected people through food they love. We're proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell's brand, as well as Michael Angelo's, Pace, Pacific Foods, Prego, Rao's Homemade, Swanson, and V8. In our Snacks division, we have brands like Cape Cod, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pepperidge Farm, Snack Factory, and Snyder's of Hanover.

Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.

Why Campbell's...

• Benefits begin on day one and include medical, dental, short and long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance (for individual, families, and domestic partners).
• Employees are eligible for our matching 401(k) plan and can enroll on the first day of employment with immediate vesting.
• Campbell's offers unlimited sick time along with paid time off and holiday pay.
• If in WHQ - free access to the fitness center. Access to on-site day care (operated by Bright Horizons) and company store.
• Giving back to the communities where our employees work and live is very important to Campbell's. Our "Campbell's Cares" program matches employee donations and/or volunteer activity up to $1,500 annually.
• Campbell's has a variety of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support employees.

How you will make history here...

The Associate Scientist R&D will be responsible for supporting the Research & Development activities on the Soup & Broth team.

In this role you will be executing projects across the Ready to Serve (RTS), Condensed Soup and Broth portfolios including brand maintenance, product improvement, cost improvement, and new product development. The scope of the job encompasses the entire Product Development process from idea conception through plant commercialization.

In this role, you will report to the Sr R&D Manager, Product Development Soup & Broth.

What you will do...

* Execute towards strategic plan for the Soup/Broth business by supporting one or more projects of low to moderate complexity and technical risk.
* Demonstrate organizational and planning skills and proactively progress work to meet deliverables.
* Assist with the development and execution of project timelines, which includes contingency planning.
* Leverage vendor capabilities where appropriate to expand formulation possibilities and/or increase speed to market.
* With guidance (as needed) develop prototypes to support concept and ideation exploratory work and continue to refine the prototypes based on consumer feedback.
* Conduct trials in the Pilot Plant and/or manufacturing facilities to assess manufacturing capability and consumer acceptability.
* Incorporate nutritional and cost parameters into product design.
* Demonstrate flexibility and agility by being able to adapt quickly to changes in direction.
* Partner with team members to advance projects and be able to function effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
* Communicate plans and results to managers, stakeholders, senior functional staff and/or business teams as required.

Who you will work with...

You will work with R&D team members and commercialization partners.

What you bring to the table (must have) ...

* Required Education: Bachelor's of Science in Food Science or related field.
* Minimum Experience: 6 months food product development experience desired
* [Relevant internships or Co-Op programs will be counted toward experience requirement.]

It would be great to have...

* Demonstrated skills in commercializing products on the bench and / or in the manufacturing environment is desired.
* Strong planning and organizing skills.
* Good written and oral communication skills.
* Computer skills including basic fluency in Microsoft Office.

Compensation and Benefits:

The target base salary range for this full-time, salaried position is between

$57,800-$83,100

Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.