Applications Scientist

Job Description

The responsibilities and duties of the Dairy Applications Scientist will include:

• Complete assignments on time and communicate results clearly and accurately.
• Collaborate with sales to develop product demonstrations, including documenting shelf life, shipping requirements, and trade show logistics.
• Create and refine formulations with precise calculations to effectively showcase ingredients and meet customer needs.
• Accurately document project details, including materials used, trial dates, number of iterations, and results, and provide monthly project summaries.
• Cook up and taste test samples, documenting all observations and outcomes.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date batch records.
• Assist in training new sales personnel, distributors, and brokers.
• With guidance from management, recommend product solutions and provide technical expertise to both internal teams and external customers.
• Support sales initiatives by offering technical insight and instruction as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Support presentations, open houses, and training sessions for customers and partners, utilizing strong communication and presentation skills.
• Prepare and organize samples and demonstrations for trade shows.
• Research and monitor emerging trends in dairy, food, and cultural markets, contributing insights to marketing efforts.
• Assist in new product development, from initial screening through application development.
• Travel domestically and internationally as needed to support sales activities.

Requirements / Skills

• Education: Advanced degree in Food Science or a related field
• Experience: 6+ years of hands-on technical experience in a food laboratory, with solid understanding of food chemistry, including proteins, carbohydrates, fats, and their interactions.
• Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.

About the Role

The Dairy Applications Scientist plays a crucial role in developing and demonstrating products to meet customer needs. This position requires a deep understanding of food science principles and the ability to collaborate effectively with sales teams.

Benefits

Benefits available include:

• $80,000 - $100,000 salary range
• Bonus compensation

Pay

$80,000 - $100,000 + Bonus

Schedule

Remote: On-Site

Job ID: 40.26MR