Product Development (Food Science/ Ingredient Spec) - Remote - 413 - Fast Hire

• Calculate global nutrient profiling for innovations and ensuring compliance with internal guardrails
• Validate new ingredients for protein quality calculations ensuring compliance with internal guardrails
• Administrator to the Protein Quality Calculator
• Track our internal publications and update our publication list that is housed on our Healthcare Professional website
• Evaluate and translate scientific data in response to fulfilling unmet consumer need for global Beverages and Foods businesses.
• Commission literature reviews on various nutrition topics as needed
• Review of nutrition materials for scientific accuracy and compliance with internal guidelines

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS/DEGREE AND FIELD:
• MSc/Ph.D. degree in Nutritional Science, Biochemistry or a closely related field
• BS. Food Engineering is a plus

MINIMUM YEARS EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
• At least 2 years of work experience in Health and Nutrition Science or a closely related field.
• Prior experience in a Nutrition role within the food industry, preferably at a global food or food ingredient manufacturer

SKILLS REQUIRED TO PERFORM THE JOB:
• Proficient in conducting mass balances and calculations related to product formulation
• Strong experience with Excel and calculations
• Ability to translate complex technical information into concise and understandable material for varying audiences
• Strong experience with PubMed
• Understanding of dietary guidelines
• Understanding of FDA and global regulations, including guidelines for making protein-related claims
• Experience conducting nutritional evidence assessments for claim substantiation
• Experience using product software such as Genesis or Product Vision
• Ability to focus and getting important things done in a timely fashion
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of cross-functional teams
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and fast-moving projects simultaneously
• Effectively communicate across technical and non-technical audiences
• Excellent writing, reporting, and presenting skills
• Detail oriented and organized