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Job Title
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Sr Food
Scientist – Omaha, NE
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Job Function
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Research
and Development
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City
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Omaha
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State
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Nebraska
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Full Time/Part Time
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Full
Time
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Job Summary
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Independently
researches, conducts experiments, gathers data, develops preliminary
findings and prepares written reports to result in new/improved
products, cost savings and unique technologies providing business
advantages. Design and implement all technical aspects of projects to
ensure that all projects proceed according to plan. Selects appropriate
methods, tests and procedures for testing. Assesses feasibility of new ideas
and provides plan for development. Leads and directs the work of other
Scientists. Requires one of the following: Bachelors in Science or
Chemistry and 5 to 7 years experience, Masters and 3 to 5 years
experience, or PhD and 1 to 3 years experience.
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Position Responsibilities
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§Exhibit a high level of
professionalism and positively contribute to the image of ConAgra Foods
in the technical community by active participation and leadership in
outside professional societies. Recognized within ConAgra Foods as an
authority and a valued internal technical resource.
§Continuous technical and competitive
reconnaissance to identify opportunities for competitive market
advantage.
§Provide judgment and experience to assure that an
appropriate level of technical common sense and discipline are being
employed and utilized in business decisions.
§Contribute significantly, directly, and
continually to the attainment of ConAgra Foods business results through
the generation and application of advanced, specialized knowledge.
§Demonstrate leadership and proactive attitudes in
approaching technical solutions to business and market issues.
§Demonstrate ability to propose and persuade new
research direction to address the business needs of the corporation.
§Record significant contributions to ConAgra Foods
strategies/business objectives by generating and applying technical
knowledge.
§Display exceptional competence over a sustained
period as evidenced by specific technical accomplishments.
§Recognized as an outstanding
scientist/specialist, both inside and outside ConAgra Foods, and valued
as an internal resource across all functions and R&D groups.
§Demonstrate ability to communicate well and to
effectively influence and interact with others to accomplish research
goals.
§Supervise assigned personnel with a demonstrated
ability to inspire subordinates through strong leadership skills and
participation in their development plans.
§Through increased knowledge of ConAgra Foods
business and interactions with all R&D groups and other functions,
prepare plans and lead their execution against broad technical
problems.
§Continually increase level of expertise in area
of specialization to augment ConAgra Foods technical leadership
position.
§Identify and develop research programs to exploit
an emerging technology for significant business results.
§Identify and develop research programs to drive
cost optimization through formulation and processing efficiencies,
create new prototypes for product development initiatives and to
identify and approve potential ingredient and manufacturing suppliers.
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Position Qualifications
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§BS in Food Science or related
field plus a minimum of 5 years relevant work experience required, or
MS in Food Science or related field plus 3-5 years relevant work
experience, or PhD in Food Science or related field plus 1-3 years
relevant work experience preferred. Related fields include:
§Project management required.
§People management required.
§Frequent travel including flying to all parts of
the U.S., possibly overseas, and driving a company or rental automobile
4 to 6 hours as needed.
§Exposure to manufacturing processes and equipment
for periodic extended workdays.
§Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. on a regular basis
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AutoReqId
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15640BR
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