R&D Lab Technician – Beverage Innovation

Avacend Inc; Atlanta (GA); Sur place; USD 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Avacend Inc in Atlanta seeks an R&D Lab Technician to support beverage innovation within the Functional Beverages team. You will assist with experimental design, formulation, sensory testing, and shelf-life studies, collaborating with scientists and leaders in a fast-paced R&D environment.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in food science or related field and brings strong analytical, organizational and communication skills with meticulous record-keeping for data-driven reports and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field (Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, or related).
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced R&D environment.
• Strong attention to detail and meticulous laboratory record keeping.

Responsabilités

• Conduct laboratory experiments to support beverage product development and innovation.
• Prepare beverage prototypes and evaluate ingredients, formulations, and processing methods.
• Support flavor, emulsion, and ingredient delivery system projects.
• Conduct analytical and sensory evaluations of beverage formulations.
• Design and execute shelf-life and stability studies, analyze results, and prepare technical reports.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment while following safety and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and support pilot-scale production trials.
• Assist with laboratory supply procurement and conduct technical literature reviews.

Connaissances

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, or related field

Description du poste

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented R&D Lab Technician to support beverage innovation and product development within the Functional Beverages team. The ideal candidate will assist with laboratory experiments, beverage formulation, ingredient evaluation, sensory testing, and shelf-life studies while collaborating with scientists and technical leaders in a fast-paced R&D environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory experiments to support new beverage product development and innovation.
• Prepare beverage prototypes and evaluate ingredients, formulations, and processing methods.
• Support flavor, emulsion, and ingredient delivery system projects.
• Conduct analytical and sensory evaluations of beverage formulations.
• Design and execute shelf-life and stability studies, analyze results, and prepare technical reports.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment while following safety and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and support pilot-scale production trials.
• Assist with laboratory supply procurement and conduct technical literature reviews.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, or a related scientific field.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced research and development environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate laboratory records.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with beverage formulation and product development.
• Knowledge of emulsions, delivery systems, gums, hydrocolloids, proteins, sweeteners, food colors, or related food ingredients.
• Experience with laboratory testing, stability studies, and analytical equipment.