Senior Food Scientist: Lead Innovative Product Development

Tyson Foods; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods, Inc. in Springdale, AR is seeking a Senior Food Scientist to develop and commercialize new products and improve existing ones. The role covers all stages from concept to commercialization, including recipe development, labeling, and cost analysis.

The position requires leadership in cook validations, cross-functional collaboration, and travel to production facilities. Strong knowledge of food processing, regulatory labeling, and cost analysis is essential.

Qualifications

• BS, MS or PhD in Food Science, Meat Science, Food Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years relevant Research and Development work experience with related degree; no degree with minimum of 15 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and commercialize new and improved products and/or processes.
• Lead cook validations for commercialization workstreams across products and lines.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams (marketing, insights, sales, culinary, FSQA, operations, purchasing).

Skills

Critical thinking

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Project management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

BS in Food Science

MS in Food Science

PhD in Food Science

Meat Science degree

Food Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Tyson systems

Job description

Tyson Foods, Inc. in Springdale, AR is seeking a Senior Food Scientist to develop and commercialize new products and improve existing ones. The role covers all stages from concept to commercialization, including recipe development, labeling, and cost analysis.

The position requires leadership in cook validations, cross-functional collaboration, and travel to production facilities. Strong knowledge of food processing, regulatory labeling, and cost analysis is essential.