R&D Sr. Scientist, ART (Contract)

Job Description

Daiya Foods is seeking a R&D Sr. Scientist, ART (Contract) to lead and execute technical work from ideation to launch for key innovation, renovation, product and process improvement, and value engineering projects. This role is focused on delivering research and technology solutions for multiple categories. This is a 2 year contract.

Role Involves:

• Leading and executing technical R&D work on multiple research & applied research projects
• Leading continuous improvement initiatives to improve performance, costs, quality, and operational efficiency
• Researching new technologies and industry trends, looking for practical applications and benefits for the business
• Leading ideation and technical feasibility assessments for new projects
• Developing new and modifies existing formulations and processes in benchtop, pilot plant, and production to achieve technical targets for innovation, renovation, and value engineering projects
• Maintaining accurate records of all technical work, as well as all required documentation
• Leading the development of, or revisions to, SOP’s and testing methods

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree of Science or Engineering in Food Science, Processing Engineering, etc. and five (5) years of related experience in sensory or consumer research, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Experience working with Canadian and U.S.A food standards and regulations
• Advanced knowledge of sensory or consumer test methods, techniques and tools, such as affective, discrimination and descriptive analysis
• Advanced hands-on technical lab skills in areas of food analysis, food processing, food structuring, food chemistry and/or food microbiology, including a variety of laboratory techniques
• Discerns the level of rigour required for data capture to advance projects and safeguard information
• Advanced data analysis and interpretation skills, ability to understand results and provide recommendations
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Strong technical project leadership and management skills
• Ability to be self-initiative and accountable for delivering multiple technical project and objectives on time
• Effective written and oral communication skills to write detailed technical reports and present results clearly
• Ability to multitask and deliver against team objectives in a complex and fast paced environment
• Excellent organizational skills, maintaining accurate records of all technical and project work
• Ability to build strong working relationship with cross-functional team, existing and new suppliers, vendors, and research agencies

Role Offers:

• Competitive compensation
• Extended health benefits
• 3 weeks’ vacation
• Flex days
• Flexible spending account
• Fun and creative environment
• On-site fitness studio
• On-site practitioners
• Inspiring and innovative work
• Smart and passionate teams
• Making people and the planet a healthier place