DEADLINE: 30/09/2024
Food Science Associate
Full-time
The Food Science Associate plays a crucial role in innovating, researching, and developing nutraceutical products from agricultural ingredients. This position is integral to advancing sustainability and growth within the Nutraceutical Industry.
Key Responsibilities:
• Product Development: Collaborates with the nutraceutical team to create new products, involving research, experiment design, and formulation optimization to enhance product efficacy and consumer acceptance.
• Ingredient Sourcing and Evaluation: Identifies and evaluates agricultural ingredients for their nutraceutical potential, assessing nutritional value, safety, and sustainability, and maintains a detailed ingredient database.
• Process Optimization: Develops and optimizes manufacturing processes to maximize product quality and efficiency while ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and regulatory standards.
• Quality Control and Assurance: Implements quality control protocols to maintain product integrity, conducting assessments and tests throughout the production cycle.
• Regulatory Compliance: Keeps abreast of food production regulations to ensure all products meet legal standards, prepares regulatory submissions, and manages product registrations.
• Market Research and Analysis: Conducts market research to understand trends and consumer preferences, using insights to inform product strategies and marketing.
• Collaboration and Networking: Builds and maintains partnerships with suppliers, researchers, and industry stakeholders to support innovation and ensure active participation in industry events.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintains thorough documentation of all research findings and project details, and prepares comprehensive reports for internal use.
• Project Management: Manages project timelines and resources, ensuring efficient progress and timely completion of objectives.
• Innovation and Collaboration: Engages with startups and entrepreneurs at the incubation center to foster innovation and commercialization of new solutions.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Nutritional Science, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of food chemistry, microbiology, and processing.
• Experience in nutraceutical product development and familiarity with regulatory standards.
• Excellent analytical, project management, and communication skills.
• Passion for health, wellness, and sustainable food solutions.
Job Experience: No Requirements
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months:
Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
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