Position Details
Scientist - Pet Food Formulations Apply
Job Description
- Education: Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, or Animal Science; Master's Degree a plus
- Experience: Combined experience in scientific research, product development, and formulation development
- Formulation Experience: Experience in formulation development and usage of formulation software program
- Manufacturing Process Experience: Extrusion and Retort process experience a plus
- Industry Knowledge: Practical knowledge of AAFCO/FEDIAF regulations
- Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Project Management Skills: Strong project management skills, particularly in maintaining project timelines, coupled with the proven ability to work on complex scientific projects and manage laboratory samples and data
- Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical skills for summarizing test results (e.g., HUT data) and competitor analysis
- Ingredient & Sensory Science Knowledge: Knowledge of food characteristics and the principles of combining ingredients to achieve desired flavors, textures, and nutritional outcomes
