R&D Application Scientist - Food & Bev Job at DSJ Global, Columbia, SC

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  • DSJ Global
  • Columbia, SC

Job Description

Our client is a well-established bakery manufacturer that is seeking an innovative and detail-oriented R&D Application Scientist to join the R&D team. This role will focus on developing, optimizing, and applying flavor and color solutions across a wide range of products. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise with creativity to deliver sensory experiences that meet consumer expectations and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Product Development & Application
  • Design and execute application trials for flavors and colors in various food and beverage matrices (e.g., dairy, bakery, beverages, confectionery).
  • Optimize formulations for taste, color stability, and overall sensory appeal.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (marketing, regulatory, operations) to ensure feasibility and scalability of solutions.
  • Innovation & Research
  • Stay ahead of industry trends in flavor and color technologies, natural ingredients, and clean-label solutions.
  • Conduct research on ingredient interactions, stability, and performance under different processing conditions.
  • Develop prototypes and present concepts to internal stakeholders and customers.
  • Technical Support & Customer Engagement
  • Provide technical expertise to customers during product development and troubleshooting.
  • Prepare and deliver presentations, demonstrations, and training sessions on flavor and color applications.
  • Regulatory & Quality Compliance
  • Ensure all formulations comply with global food safety standards and labeling regulations.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of formulations, processes, and test results.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field.
  • 3+ years in R&D or application development within food and beverage manufacturing.
  • Hands-on experience with flavor systems and colorants (natural and synthetic).
  • Knowledge of natural colorants (plant-based, fruit/vegetable extracts) and clean-label flavor solutions.
  • Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (FDA, EU, Codex) for flavors and colors.
  • Experience with analytical tools for color measurement and flavor profiling.
  • Strong understanding of sensory science, ingredient functionality, and processing technologies.
  • Excellent problem-solving, project management, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

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