Scientist I, R&D

Job Description:

• Execute R&D projects across portfolios including new processing technologies, ingredients, business continuity, margin innovation, shelf-stable processing, and consumer testing
• Manage the product development process from idea conception through plant commercialization
• Develop and manage technical timelines and activities for multiple product development projects
• Define milestones and R&D activities with Marketing, CCID, and Commercialization Planning
• Lead product development projects from concept to commercialization based on product design criteria and consumer insights
• Define ingredient handling and blending equipment requirements with Process R&D and Engineering
• Set up and lead production trials in pilot plants, manufacturing locations, and with co-packers
• Assess feasibility and define finished product specifications
• Establish and maintain shelf-life studies
• Lead competitive benchmarking and Mind the Gap studies
• Apply scientific and technical knowledge to business issues and opportunities
• Incorporate consumer test results into prototype formulation
• Develop prototypes meeting business, cost, and nutritional objectives
• Perform analyses, testing, and experiments to develop or improve products and processes
• Identify and communicate product constraints or risks and develop solutions
• Prepare and provide technical guidance, proposals, and recommendations
• Identify and build new product concepts and platforms with Marketing and Consumer Insights
• Monitor industry developments and pursue ingredient, product, and technology advances
• Partner with R&D and cross-functional commercialization teams; report to the R&D Manager

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Food Science or related field
• Minimum 2 years of food product development experience desired
• Relevant internships, Co-Op programs, and/or Contractor roles count toward experience requirements
• Experience developing and commercializing shelf-stable products/processes in a manufacturing environment
• Project management and prioritization of multiple project initiatives
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Ability to work with ambiguity and seek creative solutions
• Ability to synthesize data, interpret it, and provide recommendations
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate and influence cross-functional teams and R&D management
• Lab practices, test methods, material preparation, and batch assessment
• Strong planning and organizing skills
• Basic understanding of consumer testing methodologies
• Basic fluency in Microsoft Office
• Technical R&D expertise and strong understanding of scale-up/manufacturing
• Knowledge of financials, P&Ls, and ingredient costing
• Ability to translate food design from consumer learning, sensory testing, insights, and focus groups
• Strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, short- and long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance
• Matching 401(k) plan with immediate vesting
• Unlimited sick time
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Free access to the fitness center if in WHQ
• Access to on-site day care and company store if in WHQ
• Campbell’s Cares program matching employee donations and/or volunteer activity up to $1,500 annually
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• Competitive health, dental, 401(k), and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment