Principal Research Chemist Jobs

The Principal Research Chemist will be responsible for assisting in the design, preparation, and characterization of new digestion-resistant soluble fiber ingredients and/or texturizing fiber ingredients.

Core Responsibilities

• Apply chemistry, biochemistry, and understanding of dietary/bulking fibers and/or texturizing fibers in the commercialization of new ingredients
• Work in a safe manner in all aspects of the work environment such as laboratory and office settings.
• Prepare reports and presentations
• Collaborate with Application and Sensory team members to assess fiber compositions for commercial suitability.
• Conduct fiber synthesis/preparation and characterization protocols, work with Analytical Science subject matter experts for specialized analyses
• Record and document all stages of R&D work, operate within Knowledge Management and Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).

Qualified Candidates Will Have

• Experience with fiber characterization including chemical linkage analysis, in vitro digestibility analysis techniques, and prebiotic compounds is desired.
• Experience in the formulation and performance attributes of bulking agents and soluble fibers is desirable.
• M.S/B.S. degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or related field with 5 to 8+ years’ experience in with applied knowledge in synthetic organic and/or ingredient synthesis techniques.
• Ability to drive for results and work within appropriate guardrails and time/resource constraints. Ability to anticipate needs and advance projects and workflows.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey information to internal and external customers (both domestic and international) in a clear, focused, and concise manner
• Preferred experience with ingredient development of dietary/texturizing fibers.

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