The Food Scientist position within the R&D department at Health-Ade Kombucha will play a key role in industry leading R&D in fermented beverages. A vital part of the role also involves collaboration with team members. The position offers a broad scope to contribute and learn in a fast-paced and growing company. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelors’ in Food Science, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or related fields with at least 2 years’ industry experience. Beverage and/or juice experience a plus. A solid technical skillset in at least one of the following areas is vital: fermentation, food science, instrumental analyses, formulation, biochemistry, and microbiology. Non-technical, but vital skills needed to be successful in this position are: Organizing ability, multi-tasking, attention to detail, and effectiveness in communication.

The essential job duties include:

• Report to the Director of R&D
• Bench-top formulation of new products and test samples on fermentation samples
• Instrumental methods of analysis and sensory testing
• New product development and product improvement activities
• Trouble shoot production and quality issues
• Maintain the in-house testing equipment through periodic maintenance and calibrations.
• Qualify ingredients and vendors for regulatory compliance
• Run stability testing on current and new products
• Support the sensory testing and new flavor development program
• Perform statistical methods of analyses on data and report the findings
• Organize data and present experimental results periodically
• Assist in developing SOPs and technology transfer documents to production and QC
• Inventory management of laboratory supplies, samples, and R&D ingredients
• Ship and receive samples from and to 3^rd party, update direct report with status changes
• Medium physical work, lifting to 25 lbs. occasionally
• Adhere to all site safety regulations and rules

Qualifications/Skills:

• Familiarity with lab equipment (pH meter, Brix meter, centrifuge, analytical balance, etc.)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Organized, diligent, hard-working mindset

Health-Ade’s mission is to help everyone live their happiest and healthiest life. We authentically celebrate and value diversity, equality, inclusion, and belongingness. As a whole-heartedly committed equal opportunity employer, we remain true to our mission by ensuring that differences are embraced and celebrated.