| Food Scientist I Job Description |
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| The following is a full job description for Food Scientist I. Here are the requirements and responsibilities for Food Scientist I along with statistics. If after reading this page you determine that Food Scientist I is not the position you are looking for, you may want to try one of these similar titles: Food Scientist III, Food Scientist II, Food Safety Specialist, Food Safety Supervisor, Senior Food Safety Specialist, Food Safety Manager, Food Scientist IV, Data Scientist I, Scientist I - Biotech |
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| Requirements and Responsibilities For Food Scientist I |
| Conducts scientific research activities to create, improve, and evaluate food products, ingredients, and processing methods. Studies the chemical, biological, and physical properties of food items or ingredients. Performs experiments involving food chemistry, microbiology, sensory science, and physical analysis to assess the composition, quality, nutritional value, and safety of food products. Develops formulations that meet taste, texture, nutritional, and regulatory requirements. Collaborates with manufacturing teams to transition laboratory concepts into scalable production processes. Documents research findings, maintains accurate testing records, and prepares technical reports for internal stakeholders. Requires a bachelor's degree in food science. Typically reports to a manager. Work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. |
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| Also referred to as: Food and Beverage Technologist I, Food Product R&D Scientist I |
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| Similar Jobs: Food Scientist III, Food Scientist II, Food Safety Specialist, Food Safety Supervisor, Senior Food Safety Specialist, Food Safety Manager, Food Scientist IV, Data Scientist I, Scientist I - Biotech |
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| Level of Education: Food Scientist I Salaries with No Diploma, Food Scientist I Salaries with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate, Food Scientist I Salaries with an Associate's Degree, Food Scientist I Salaries with a Bachelor's Degree, Food Scientist I Salaries with a Master's Degree or MBA, Food Scientist I Salaries with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent |
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| Industries: Biotechnology, Business Services, Chemicals, Hospitality & Leisure, MFG Durable, MFG Nondurable, Retail & Wholesale | |
