Assistant Scientist, Food Protection & Protein Innovation

Applies broad scientific knowledge to produce research results that support corporate objectives. Executes studies with direction on design from supervisor or project leaders. Organizes own results and prepares draft reports for supervisor review. May train junior scientists and technicians in various techniques. Reviews internal research reports and scientific literature to enhance job knowledge. Essential Job Functions: Independently conducts routine antioxidant assays and collects data to support Food Protection research and development activities, especially raw material screening, and basic product development projects. Carefully records experimental observations in a laboratory notebook kept in a sufficient manner to protect Kalsec'sO intellectual property rights. Organizes own results as specified by project design for review by supervisor or project leader. Maintains a safe and clean work area, complying with corporate safety and environmental policies. Participates in training programs deemed necessary to either develop job skills and laboratory capabilities or meet company policies and directives. Education/Experience/Skills: Required: BS. in Food Science or other related fields. Desired: Prior lab experience in food, beverage, or nutritional industries Previous ingredients applications experience Equipment Operation : Computer-controlled scientific instrumentation. Lab safety equipment such as fume hoods for proper handling of potentially hazardous materials. Precision measurement tools such as analytical balances and pipets. Physical Demands: Working with liquids, dry powders, solvents, and reagents in a chemistry lab environment Basic motions of bending, leaning, lifting, twisting and turning with the need to lift 4 oz to 10 lbs on a frequent basis and up to 25 lbs on an infrequent basis. Lab work will involve standing and walking between lab benches and rooms between 4-8 hours / day. Travel : 0-10% Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.