Research & Development Scientist I

The Opportunity

The R&D Scientist will develop products / processes to enhance current products, derive new products and commercialize both for value addition to the business.

This position will be an application and processing scientist working with a variety of protein and non-protein ingredients and processes.

This permanent position will report to the Research Manager.

• Develop laboratory / bench-top chemical, application and / or clinical analyses
• Operate and troubleshot instruments and pilot equipment in our laboratories creating a more efficient R&D operations
• Review scientific literature and pull together potential solutions based on prior work
• Understand clinical research design and how to read clinical research
• Write reports in a clear, concise and meaningful way including interpretation of scientific data
• Make presentations to sales, market, and business development personnel
• Limited customer support and visits with a sales rep to give technical assistance to customer-based projects
• Operate and troubleshoot instruments and pilot equipment in the labs for more efficient R&D operations
• Plan and design robust experiments (experimental design) that can be statistically analyzed and stand up under scientific scrutiny
• Take food and supplement formulations from bench-top to pilot plant scale

The Skills you will bring to the team

• Must possess a Bachelor of Science degree (B. S.) in related field, Masters preferred.
• Minimum of two years’ experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.

Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.

Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conforms to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to sales, marketing and business development teams.

• Proficient personal computer skills including electronic mail, record keeping, nutrition database activity, word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, etc.
• Must be able to handle multiple projects.
• Must be able to use laboratory instruments such as texture analysis, pH meters, balances, autoclave, water activity meter and thermocouples.
• Must have some acumen for food and supplement processing.
• Have the ability to review, interpret and write reviews of published research.
• Must be able to lift and carry items weighing up to 25 pounds.

Where and how you will work

The opportunity will be based in Twin Falls, Idaho.

What we would like to offer you!

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.