Associate Scientist, R&D

Since 1869, we've connected people through food they love. We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Cape Cod, Chunky, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pacific Foods, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Pace, Rao’s Homemade, Snack Factory, Snyder’s of Hanover, Swanson, and V8.

About the role

The role will be responsible for supporting the Research & Development activities across North American Food Services division.

Responsibilities

• Execute work plans for the respective business supporting one or more projects of low to moderate complexity and technical risk.
• Demonstrate organizational and planning skills and proactively progress work to meet deliverables.
• Assist with the development and execution of project timelines, which include contingency planning.
• Leverage vendor capabilities where appropriate to expand formulation possibilities and/or increase speed to market.
• With guidance (as needed) develop prototypes to support concept work and exploratory ideation and continue to refine the prototypes based on consumer feedback.
• Work on the bench and pilot plant line to understand initial feasibility of new products and will conduct ingredient screenings during benchtop evaluation.
• Conduct trials in the Pilot Plant and/or manufacturing facilities to assess manufacturing capability and consumer acceptability.
• Incorporate nutritional and cost parameters into product design.
• Demonstrate flexibility and agility by being able to adapt quickly to changes in direction.
• Partner with team members to advance projects and be able to function effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
• Lead cross-functional tastings with business partners and stakeholders.
• Communicate plans, results, and project risks to manager, stakeholders, senior functional staff and/or business teams as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Food Science or related field.
• Minimum of 6 months of food product development experience desired (internships/co-ops included).

Skills

It would be great to have:

• Demonstrated skills in commercializing products on the bench and/or in the manufacturing environment.
• Creative problem-solving skills.
• Ability to participate in evaluation of food products across a variety of plant and animal-based items, with reasonable accommodations available based on medical, religious, or dietary needs.
• Ability to work with ambiguity and seek creative solutions.
• Ability to synthesize data, interpret, and provide recommendations.
• Highly capable with lab practices, running & improving test methods, material preparation, and batch assessment.
• Inclination to work in a team environment.
• Strong planning and organizing skills.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Basic understanding of consumer testing methodologies.
• Computer skills including basic fluency in Microsoft Office.

Benefits

• Benefits begin on day one and include medical, dental, short and long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance (for individuals, families, and domestic partners).
• Employees are eligible for our matching 401(k) plan and can enroll on the first day of employment with immediate vesting.
• Unlimited sick time along with paid time off and holiday pay.
• If in WHQ – free access to the fitness center.
• Access to on-site day care (operated by Bright Horizons) and company store.
• “Campbell’s Cares” program matches employee donations and/or volunteer activity up to $1,500 annually.
• A variety of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support employees.

Pay

The target base salary range for this full-time, salaried position is between $61,200-$84,200. Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k, and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment.