Applications Scientist - Gummies

About the role

The Applications Scientist II will lead formulation of confectionary applications within the Glanbia Flavors portfolio, with deep hands-on expertise in gummies. This role partners cross-functionally with Flavor Creation, Sensory & Consumer Science, Quality, Regulatory, and Operations to deliver best-in-class confectionary solutions across vitamin & mineral supplement applications, including gummies, chews, gels, and unique formats. The ideal candidate brings a strong grasp of standard confection formulation, fortification with functional ingredients in a confection base, and flavor/ingredient interactions to enable rapid prototyping, robust shelf-life, and efficient commercialization to support our customers.

Responsibilities

• Follow basic GMP, Procedures, GLP Safety, Lab Records
• Develop confections, with emphasis on gummies, bases for screening and showcasing flavors
• Modify application formulas and flavor systems based on feedback
• Supports accounts in developing cost-effective, stable flavor solutions
• Reduces formula costs, evaluates raw materials
• Generate paperwork for customer projects including but not limited to tasting sheets, nutrition facts panel, and batch sheets
• Understand legal requirements for flavors and finished products
• Demonstrate sensory skills and flavor characteristics knowledge
• Independently complete projects and demos
• Communicate effectively with cross functionally and with sales
• Train & Mentor lab technicians
• Acts as technical liaison to the customer, including presentations & travel

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in food science or related field
• Six years of experience in confectionary applications, including at least three years of hands-on gummy formulation experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint

Benefits

The opportunity to develop your career on a global stage, continuous learning through an on-demand learning platform, and a competitive compensation package including staff discounts, generous family leave policy, health & dental plan, competitive salary, 401K.

About Glanbia

Glanbia is a better nutrition company with three divisions: Performance Nutrition, Health & Nutrition and Dairy Nutrition. Collectively and with our partners we offer an incredible breadth of expertise in nutrition. We employ a team of 5800 people, work with global food and beverage companies, and sell our award-winning and market-leading brands and ingredients in more than 100 countries worldwide.

Contact Information

To apply, please visit [Insert Application Link Here]. For more information about Glanbia, visit www.glanbia.com.