Senior Director, Science and InnovationAlmond Board of California • Modesto, CA, US
Senior Director, Science and Innovation
Almond Board of California • Modesto, CA, US
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job_description.job_card.job_descriptionProduction Research : Oversee scientific studies that advance almond production and pest management practices, improve yields, and support grower success. Biomass Utilization : Guide research into value-added uses for almond coproducts and circular economy solutions. Nutrition Research : Ensure nutrition science programs support global marketing and public relations with credible, evidence-based outcomes. Environmental Stewardship : Advance research in water efficiency, carbon footprint reduction, regenerative practices, and environmental positioning for almonds. Integrate science, research, and innovation strategies into a unified roadmap for ABC. Anticipate and respond to global trends in food, agriculture, nutrition, and sustainability to keep almonds competitive and relevant. Establish and lead a Global Almond Innovation Network of universities, companies, NGOs, and government partners. Represent ABC at national and international conferences, trade forums, and thought-leadership platforms. Build strong alliances with academic institutions, regulators, NGOs, and commercial partners to advance almond science and innovation worldwide. Lead and provide strategic direction to ABC’s Strategic Ag Innovation Committee, and Innovation Workgroup, ensuring alignment with research and innovation priorities. Actively participate in and provide expertise to key committees including : Nutrition Research Committee, Global Market Development (GMD) Committee, and multiple working groups and task forces. Support and advise other Board committees on scientific, nutrition, and innovation-related investments and strategies. Oversee grant administration, contract approvals, and annual research / innovation budget reviews for committees. Serve as a primary staff liaison to the Board of Directors on matters related to research, nutrition, stewardship, and innovation. Inspire and manage a Science & Innovation team spanning innovation specialists and scientific program leads. Build a culture of curiosity, experimentation, and collaboration across all science and innovation functions. Mentor direct reports, set clear performance goals, drive accountability, and promote professional development. Uphold and support ABC standards, policies, and procedures. Innovation Leadership : Demonstrated success in driving demand, leading innovation, creating incremental growth, and building commercialization pathways. Scientific Expertise : Strong background across agriculture, regulatory and related government entities (USDA and others), food science, nutrition, and environmental stewardship. Strategic Vision : Ability to design and execute global, cross-functional strategies. Commercial Acumen : Understanding of institutional markets, CPG pathways, and consumer adoption cycles. Global Mindset : Experience leading international collaborations and navigating cross-cultural markets. Stakeholder Engagement : Ability to build and sustain alliances with diverse stakeholders. Leadership & Management : Proven success in leading multidisciplinary teams and advising Board-level committees. Communication Skills : Exceptional ability to translate science and innovation into compelling narratives for technical, industry, and public audiences. Governance & Influence : Skilled at working with committees, boards, and external advisory groups to drive alignment and impact. Exceptional interpersonal skills with ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships. Proven track record of driving business development by crafting business plans, transforming insights into strategy, and delivering successful project launches. Must be able to obtain and maintain valid passports for international travel PhD strongly preferred in food science, nutrition, agriculture, or environmental stewardship. 15+ years of senior leadership experience in research, innovation, or scientific affairs, ideally within agriculture, foodservice, or CPG industries. Committee / Board Experience : Prior involvement in committee or board governance is highly desirable. Management : Proven ability to lead both technical and innovation-focused teams, with significant budget and resource oversight. Strength in collaborating as a member of an executive team. Impact : Track record of translating science into measurable market growth and stewardship outcomes. Working at a computer for extended periods of time Vision sufficient to read handwritten and printed documents and computer screens Speech and hearing sufficient to communicate by phone and in person Manual dexterity sufficient to use a variety of office equipment and tools, computer keyboards, and to manipulate papers. May lift up to 30 pounds and manipulate heavier objects using dollies. Domestic and international travel to exceed 30% Occasional field visits with exposure to noise, dust, odors, and compounds commonly used in a farm / food processing setting, and mechanical equipment in the orchard and process environment
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The Senior Director, Science & Innovation, is a transformational leader responsible for driving innovation while overseeing the organization’s core science streams : production, pest management, biomass utilization, human nutrition, ingredient innovation, and environmental stewardship. This is a full time, exempt position based out of our headquarters in Modesto, CA with a hybrid work schedule.
This role places innovation at the forefront - leading a small team dedicated to accelerating new uses for almonds in culinary, consumer packaged goods (CPG), military, and school / institutional channels. At the same time, the Sr. Director ensures that scientific excellence and credibility are maintained across all research domains, aligning them with innovation-driven goals that expand global demand for almonds, advance production practices, and strengthen stewardship outcomes.
The following duties are typical of those performed by employees in this job title; however, employees may perform other related duties.
Innovation Leadership & Demand Creation
- Lead the ingredient innovation function for ABC, prioritizing new applications of almonds in culinary, institutional (schools, military), and CPG markets.
- Develop and manage a robust innovation project pipeline, balancing short-, mid-, and long-term opportunities.
- Build global partnerships with food and ingredient companies, startups, accelerators, and institutional buyers to accelerate commercialization of almond ingredient innovations and applications.
- Champion open innovation models (incubators, venture partnerships, design challenges, universities, etc.) to generate fresh ideas and applications.
Oversight of Science Streams
Strategic Leadership
Partnerships & Ecosystem Building
Committee Participation & Leadership
Team Leadership & Culture
QUALIFICATIONS :
Skills and Competencies :
Other Requirements :
Education And Experience : A typical way to obtain the above knowledge and skill is a combination of education and experience equivalent to :
Physical Characteristics : The physical abilities involved in the performance of essential duties are :
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