Associate Scientist, R&D - M&B

The Campbell's Company is a well-established brand known for its iconic food products. They are seeking an Associate Scientist in R&D for the Meals and Beverages division, responsible for executing projects related to product development, including brand maintenance and new product innovation.

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

Skills

• Bachelor of Science in Food Science or related field
• 6 months of food product development experience desired (Relevant internships, Co-Op programs, and/or Contractor roles will be counted toward experience requirements)
• Demonstrated skills in commercializing products on the bench and / or in the manufacturing environment are desired
• 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 individual, 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.
• Campbell’s offers 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.
• Our “Campbell’s Cares” program matches employee donations and/or volunteer activity up to $1,500 annually.
• Campbell’s has a variety of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support employees.
• Competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment.

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