R&D Food Scientist-Sports Nutrition
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21 hours ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented R&D Scientist I to join our dynamic Research & Development team with a focus on sports nutrition product innovation. This role will support the development and optimization of products across a variety of delivery formats including powders ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages baked/freeze-dried goods and extruded items. The ideal candidate will combine a strong scientific foundation with creativity and practical execution to deliver innovative consumer-accepted products from concept to commercialization.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a collaborative fast-paced environment and is passionate about performance nutrition functional ingredients and food science.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the development of innovative sports nutrition products in various delivery formats.
- Utilize the latest research and trends in nutritional science and biochemistry to guide development decisions and optimize product efficacy.
- Apply a deep understanding of physical and organic chemistry principles to drive product optimization and flavor development.
- Participate in and contribute to sensory evaluation studies; collect and interpret data to guide formulation adjustments for consumer acceptability.
- Conduct stability testing and troubleshoot formulation challenges with minimal supervision.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing Project Management Supply Chain Quality Assurance Regulatory Legal and external partners to ensure timely and compliant product launches.
- Operation of laboratory equipment including mixers pH meters Brix refractometers density testers and other analytical tools.
- Develop formulas considering ingredient claims interactions in formulation and implications for certificate of analysis standards.
- Manage multiple product development projects simultaneously ensuring they are completed on time within budget and in alignment with strategic goals.
- Ensure exemplary record keeping reporting and documentation of all project activities in both written and electronic formats.
- Maintain a clean organized and safe laboratory environment in compliance with internal policies and safety standards.
- Awareness of regulatory requirements to ensure product claims and nutrition facts panels meet applicable standards (FDA DSHEA etc.).
- Coordinate and communicate effectively with contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs); support scale-up trials and commercial production activities.
- Refine and standardize raw material specifications.
Qualifications :
- Strong understanding of ingredient functionality food chemistry and sensory science.
- Proficient in formulating food and beverage products with time and budget constraints.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively in a dynamic environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to explain technical concepts to cross-functional stakeholders.
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical organizational and project management abilities.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word PowerPoint); experience with formulation and nutritional software (e.g. ESHA) is a plus.
- Experience with basic statistical analysis tools and research methodologies.
- Strong problem-solving mindset with a proactive and flexible approach to R&D challenges.
- Minimum: Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Food Science Food Chemistry Nutritional Sciences or a related scientific discipline.
- Preferred: Advanced coursework or background in nutritional biochemistry.
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in food product development preferably in sports nutrition functional foods or nutraceuticals.
- Hands-on experience with contract manufacturing or co-manufacturing environments is highly desirable.
- Understanding of regulatory frameworks related to food labeling and nutrition claims.
- Willingness to travel up to 25% for production trials vendor visits and other project needs.
Additional Information :
Our culture is passionate entrepreneurial and energetic. We value innovation through collaboration. And while we work smart and hard we also connect and celebrate with equal gusto. We host team-building activities athletic events and seasonal celebrations to foster community and reward accomplishments. Bottom line Youll love it here.
Among the many benefits our team members enjoy are:
- Comprehensive medical dental and vision care
- 401k package with employer matching
- Paid Time Off
- Maternity/Paternity leave
- Full indoor basketball/volleyball court
- Fully equipped fitness center (cardio weights functional fitness area lockers and showers etc.)
- Yoga studio
- Meditation/Nap room
- And much more!
Trove Brands is an equal opportunity employer.
This is a fully in-office position in Lehi Utah.
Phone calls regarding this position are not accepted.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Vendor Management
- Design Controls
- C/C++
- FDA Regulations
- Intellectual Property Law
- ISO 13485
- Research Experience
- SolidWorks
- Research & Development
- Internet Of Things
- Product Development
About Company
Trove Brands is a privately held house of brands including BlenderBottle®, Owala™, and Whiskware™. Our patented and best-selling products are designed to simplify and improve everyday life with leading-edge innovation, incomparable quality, and aspirational style.A career at Trove Bra ... View more
