Research Analytical Scientist

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As part of the Science & Technology (S&T) team in Cincinnati, you will produce and interpret analytical data to support flavor creation, food & beverage applications. You will contribute in both commercial and scientific research projects, and be involved in method development and technical advancements. The job offers hands-on experience with modern analytical instruments, GC, GC/MS, and potentially LC or LC/MS. Collaboration across flavor creation, research, and operations teams is important. Ideal for professionals with analytical chemistry knowledge, and experience with research mindset in the flavor or food space.

Your Title: Research analytical Scientist

Your Location: Cincinnati, Ohio

You will report to: Research Manager of Analytical Science

You will:

Project Execution & Data Analysis

* Produce and interpret analytical data on the composition of volatile flavor ingredients in food applications.

* Support commercial flavor creation projects by working with flavorists and application scientists.

* Perform and organize research and technical projects, both independently, and as part of broader programs.

* Contribute to new analytical capability development and related research projects.

Method Development & Technical Innovation

* Improve existing analytical methods and develop/validate new methods.

* Contribute to S&T (Science & Technology) projects with analytical expertise, delivering and discussing results to move research projects forward.

* Identify new research opportunities by applying analytical expertise.

* Pursue new approaches to research challenges within areas of expertise.

Collaboration & Maintenance

* Partner with flavor creation & application groups, and S&T research teams to provide solutions better and faster.

* Maintain analytical instruments and associated databases.

* Communicate findings with team members and internal collaborators

Your professional profile includes:

* Degree in food science, flavor chemistry, analytical chemistry or a related field; Master's or PhD preferred (or equivalent).

* 5+ years' experience with GC and GC/MS.

* Knowledge of analytical, food, natural products, or organic chemistry.

* Industry experience in food, flavor, or fragrance is favored.

* Familiarity with LC or LC/MS is considered a plus.

* Analytical research mindset with the ability to envision and build projects.

* Hands-on experience in data analysis and instrument maintenance.

Benefits:

* Great compensation package.

* Major medical, dental, and vision coverage.

* Generous 401k matching program.

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