Food Scientist at Eurofins

Ithaca, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Mar, 26

Salary

100000.0

Posted On

11 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Food Product Development, GMP, GLP, Analytical Methods, Nutritional Analysis, Project Management, Communication, Collaboration, Trial Coordination, Documentation, Training, Problem Solving, Client Relations, Report Writing, Safety Practices, Team Support

Industry

Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories

Description

Company Description Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products. In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products. In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years. Job Description This position is not available for immediate hire. Pay Range: $72k/Yr.- $100k/Yr. Shift: 8:45am- 5pm A Food Scientist is well versed in all phases of the food product development cycle and can work independently to develop a new product from conception through plant scale-up. May supervise the work of a junior professional such as a lab tech or an intern. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Demonstrates and promotes the company vision • Regular attendance and punctuality • Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate • Plans and designs specific activities required by the projects and distributes activities to Laboratory Technologist or Intern based on skill sets. • Executes experimental, analytical, and sensory work on both bench and pilot scale. • Develops analytical methods and coordinates nutritional and component analysis. • Writes reports, formulas, data and communication that is thorough and ready for the client with little or no editing required by supervisor. • Ensures all samples are prepared with good GMP’s that are well labeled and of high quality. • Ensures lab notebook maintenance SOP is followed. • Seeks out information/facilities to get the job completed. • Collaborates with internal and external resources (suppliers, consultants, professors, service providers and other third party people) to find solutions. • Ensures appropriate and timely communication of key information among client, team and supervisor. • Establishes and maintains professional rapport with client. • Adds insight and value to discussions, understanding client needs. • Organizes and participates in meetings and conference calls. • Reads and responds to emails, phone calls in a timely manner. • Assists team members to carry out such communication duties as necessary. • Independently coordinates pilot and plant trials: develops trial plans and protocols, serves as liaison between the manufacturing plant, client and development laboratory for trial. • Independently drafts, structures and executes project plans. Submits to supervisor for review. Identifies appropriate phases and deliverables and determines resource needs. • Writes pilot and plant trial reports. • Maintains documentation; Organizes computer and hard copy files and records in lab notebook for corporate records and sharing. • Keeps updated and educated on relevant news, literature and findings in the industry. • Trains less-experienced staff • Performs other related duties as assigned • Travels to various Eurofins and client locations to support studies and projects • Travels to technical conferences to represent EPDI • Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner • Performs other duties as assigned Qualifications Education Minimum Required: PhD degree from an IFT accredited food science program, or equivalent combination of education and experience Authorization to work in the US without restriction or sponsorship Experience Minimum Required: Non PhD candidates would have a minimum of 2 years practical experience in product or process development Additional Information Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options Life and disability insurance 401(k) with company match Paid vacation and holidays Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products. In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products. In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years. Eurofins USA Food Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

The Food Scientist will develop new food products from conception through plant scale-up and may supervise junior professionals. Responsibilities include executing experimental work, developing analytical methods, and maintaining documentation.