Research and Development Technologist - California, United States - Astrix

Description

We are looking for an individual with a Food science Degree and has a passion for Baking

Title: R&D Technician

This role is not a lab based position, you will be working in a Kitchen.

Overview

The R&D technician will work under close supervision of an R&D Scientist. They will assist with technical aspects of R&D including bench top formulation, raw material replacement studies, competitive analysis, and collection of analytical data. This team member will work independently, or in a group, to produce laboratory samples, gather data needed, always adhering to project timelines, and balancing the workload to ensure task completion dates are met.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to R&D work streams; including bench top development of formulations, competitive analysis, ingredient screening, shelf-life studies, and other support as needed
• Weighing, Mixing, Cooking, Baking
• Organizing and Cleaning
• Maintain a clean workspace
• Adhere to all laboratory policies
• Maintain strong documentation of recipes, activities and analytical results
• Perform analytical testing, as trained
• Perform other projects and activities as needed

Requirements:

• Food Science Major, or equivalent
• Outstanding organization and time management
• Passionate about baking (cookies, desserts, etc)
• Inquisitive and curious, outgoing
• Developing written skills
• Strong interpersonal skills