Sr Principal Scientist, R&D - Nutrition

  • The Kraft Heinz Company
  • Glenview, Illinois
  • Full Time

Senior Principal Scientist R&D Nutrition

The Senior Principal Scientist in Nutrition will elevate the use of nutrition within and for the benefit of Kraft Heinz by autonomously leading and designing nutrition science platforms and provide strategic scientific thought leadership for current brands and future innovations.

Responsibilities

  • Design, l ead and execute nutrition science platforms :

  • Influence, design and execut e nutrition studies to deliver compelling product claims for the consumer to drive growth of brands through nutrition subject matter expertise

  • Embrace an agile organization mindset

  • Identify and d rive the a ssessment of business implications of emerging science and horizon scanning of ingredients and nutrition to:

  • Develop science based positions and provide scientific guidance to stakeholders

  • Identify research opportunities

  • Influence external scientific opinions

  • Lead scientific i ssues management

  • Transfer nutrition knowledge through coaching and training of early career scientists

Relationships (External and Internal):

  • Collaboration with internal cross function al teams, including R&D , M arketing, Regulatory , Legal , Government Affairs and Communications

  • Establish ed network with academia and industry trade groups

Qualifications

  • Minimum Masters degree in Nutrition or Life Sciences (PhD preferred)

  • R egistered D ietitian a plus

  • 8 + years experience in the food industry

  • Solid p roficiency with nutrition claims substantiation and demonstrated application to products (food or supplements)

  • Experience in the design and conducting of clinical research studies preferred

  • Knowledge of North American food regulations (US and Canada) and nutrition policy

  • Trade association experience is required

  • Strong written and oral communication skills for technical and non technical audiences

  • Excellent problem solving , influencing , organization and time management skills

  • T ravel for external meetings and conferences as indicated

Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz strategy and values.

New Hire Base Salary Range:

$118,400.00 - $148,000.00

Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.

The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors

Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your familys needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.

Youll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:

  • Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments

  • Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training

  • Emotional Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs

  • Financial 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)

Glenview R&D Center

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance.

Job ID: 489152791
Originally Posted on: 8/12/2025

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