R&D Associate Scientist

Valhalla, NY

Research & Development

· Supports projects and coordinates internal research directed towards the discovery and testing of new sugar reduction tools

· Executes research that define physicochemical properties of sugar reduction tools

Accountabilities Measures

· Executes research defining sugar reduction tool thermal, photo, and pH stability

· Documentation of research using electronic lab notebooks, compiling and presenting data, and archiving research appropriately

· Provide research updates at bi-weekly meetings

· Ensure laboratory equipment functions properly, and maintain consumables stores

· Supports broader team with the development of sugar reduction tools

· Demonstrates the skills necessary to efficiently test ingredients and avoid ingredient back logs

· Generate reports and presentations summarizing results of each ingredient tested and archive data

· Demonstrate task ownership and the organizational skills necessary to effectively move ingredients through the screening phase for transfer to Product Applications

Key Challenges

· Execute ingredient physicochemical testing independently and support senior scientists managing each ingredient project.

· Ability to maintain sound relationships with internal partners via communication of project needs and timing.

· Ability to manage, balance, and prioritize multiple ingredient projects to assure appropriate internal support is provided, and that data and communications are generated real time/organized appropriately.

· Ability to compile data and research reports independently to drive through put.

· Remaining flexible and comfortable doing both scientific critical thinking and routine applied bench work.

Critical Competencies

· A team player that assumes ownership of assignments with sound organizational and planning skills

· Good technical writing and communication skills including Excel and PowerPoint functionality

· Open-minded, innovative, takes initiatives, and a practical problem-solver

· Ability to work on multiple priorities at one time

· Report relevant observation of unexpected events during experiments

· Excellent technical bench skills for quantitative sample and stock solution preparation

· Experience preparing beverage and syrup samples, and conducting directional sensory testing protocols

· Programming experience translatable to Excel macros is desired

· Solid background in organic and physical chemistry is desired

Knowledge & Experience

· BS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Food Science or related fields with 1-2 years' industry experience

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin,
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Job Ref: 79540BR

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