A leading beverage company is seeking a Principal Scientist to lead innovation and product development across its juice brands. The ideal candidate should possess over 8 years of experience, strong project management skills, and expertise in formulation. This role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. The position is based in Chicago, IL, requiring a blend of remote and on-site work.
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$81k-109k yearly est. 5d ago
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Senior Food Scientist
Tootsie Roll Industries 4.3
Scientist job in Chicago, IL
The Role
The Senior Food Scientist will be the technical lead for new product innovation. This person will be responsible for working with brand manager and the plant on every stage of new product development from concept generation to commercialization. In addition, the candidate will aid the director of R&D with the execution of corporate R&D projects. This position will report to the Director of R&D.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
New Product Development
Leads the development of projects from benchtop development through pilot plant scale up, factory scale-up, and commercialization.
Responsible for commercialization of new and reformulated products and successful transition from development to production
Designs and conduct lab tests, pilot plant and large-scale tests within manufacturing facilities to optimize formulation and/or process
Collaborates with Brand Manager and Senior Consumer Insights Analyst to develop robust innovation pipeline
Identifies and explores new and enabling technologies
Monitors domestic and global trends related to flavors and ingredients for candy/confections
Manage multiple projects at once with minimal supervisor guidance using clear communication, prioritization, and multitasking skills
Ensures all products meet Tootsie Roll Industries quality standards and shelf-life requirements.
Works closely with Process Engineers, Marketing, Quality, and Manufacturing in project execution and problem solving.
Corporate Projects
Is the R&D technical lead for continuous improvement/optimization projects for existing products
Manages development of R&D processes and ensures cross functional adherence
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum of 8 years of Consumer Packaged Goods food technology experience
BS degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related field. MS degree preferred
3 - 5 years hands-on experience in a confectionery product development and commercialization role is required.
Self-motivated problem solver and the drive to deliver objectives in a complex environment
Excellent verbal and written communication
Ability to learn new products and processes quickly
Highly efficient at planning and staying on tight timelines and planning projects accordingly.
$88k-138k yearly est. 6d ago
R&D Scientist
EPM Scientific 3.9
Scientist job in Chicago, IL
Are you passionate about science and organization? We're looking for a hands-on scientist who can also drive project coordination across R&D and analytical initiatives. This role blends technical expertise with leadership in planning and communication.
What You'll Do
Track and manage R&D and analytical projects, ensuring timelines and priorities are met.
Maintain project dashboards and prepare concise progress updates for leadership.
Support formulation experiments, sample prep, and analytical testing (HPLC, dissolution, stability).
Collaborate with QA, Regulatory, and Operations to align deliverables.
Recommend process improvements and help implement standardized tools.
What We're Looking For
Education: Bachelor's or Master's in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field.
Experience: 3-6 years in pharmaceutical R&D, analytical chemistry, or formulation science.
Familiarity with HPLC and method development.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Comfortable balancing lab work with coordination responsibilities.
Why Join Us
Competitive salary + comprehensive benefits.
Health, dental, vision coverage.
Retirement plan with company match.
Paid time off and holidays.
Collaborative, science-driven environment.
$70k-96k yearly est. 5d ago
Scientist II (Microbiologist, sterilization methods / sterility assurance)
The Fountain Group 4.6
Scientist job in North Chicago, IL
ONSITE NORTH CHICAGOIL 60064 PAY: $50-55/HR REQUIRED:
BS in Microbiology preferred (closely related science degree)
Test method transfer and validation for anything microbiology related
Ability to provide guidance on how investigations are conducted and CAPAs are processed related to anything microbiology focused.
Knowledge of sterilization methods / sterility assurance
Moist heat
Dry heat
Gamma radiation
Ethelene oxide
Aseptic processes
Prefer knowledge of United States Pharmacopeia - USP 51 - USP 61 regulations
Microbiology background / manufacturing experience is the best type of background
Technical expert that will independently investigate, identify, develop, and optimize new methods/ techniques to address critical project needs. Continuously seek to improve existing laboratory methods and processes. Read and adapt literature to accomplish assignments. Demonstrate mastery of broad range of experimental techniques and methods of data analysis.
Independently design, execute and interpret critical experiments to answer scientific questions. Understand the broad objectives of the project as well as their role in achieving those objectives, and modify experimental plan when required, to respond.
Learn, understand and master new experimental techniques, and act as a resource or mentor for others.
Innovate and implement new experimental protocols.
Demonstrate a high level of proficiency in his/her field.
Set and meet experimental timelines.
Effectively organize and present scientific plans and data.
Contribute to writing and conceptual framework of publications, presentations, and patents.
Routinely read and apply relevant scientific literature. Impact projects mostly through lab and/or pilot plant-based activities where applicable.
$50-55 hourly 3d ago
Machine Learning Engineer/Data Scientist
Contrast Ai Inc.
Scientist job in Chicago, IL
Contrast is building the future of healthcare - where artificial intelligence, automation technology, and electronic healthcare records converge to revolutionize patient care, streamline processes, and create a lasting impact on the well-being of society. Our team believes the following qualities, combined with a relentless drive, will propel us towards our goal of building industry-changing solutions. If this resonates with you, we're eager to meet.
Passion for Healthcare
A deep-seated commitment to revolutionizing healthcare through technology, and an understanding of the unique challenges and nuances of the industry.
Technical Excellence
While specific skills vary by role, a foundational understanding of technology's potential in healthcare is crucial. We seek those who are eager to expand upon this knowledge.
Resilience & Adaptability
The startup journey is filled with highs and lows. We seek individuals who can navigate these fluctuations, adapt quickly, and remain undeterred by setbacks.
The belief that the best results arise from team efforts. Candidates should possess the ability to communicate effectively and work with diverse groups.
Ethical Integrity
Upholding the highest standards of ethical behavior and understanding the profound responsibility we have in the healthcare sector.
About the role
Contrast AI is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Machine Learning Engineer / Data Scientist to join our team. As part of Contrast AI, you will work on cutting-edge AI solutions, contributing to the development of intelligent systems that push the boundaries of machine learning and data-driven technologies. You will collaborate closely with our software engineers and data scientists to design, implement, and optimize AI models that address real-world challenges for our clients.
What you'll do
Design, develop, and deploy machine learning models for various AI-powered applications.
Work with large datasets to build, train, and evaluate predictive models and algorithms.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business objectives and translate them into machine learning solutions.
Conduct data preprocessing, feature engineering, and data analysis to derive actionable insights.
Optimize models for performance and scalability in production environments.
Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in AI and machine learning, implementing best practices to ensure robust and efficient models.
Conduct experiments, tune hyperparameters, and apply advanced techniques to improve model accuracy and efficiency.
Mentor junior team members and contribute to knowledge sharing across the team.
Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Machine Learning, or related fields.
Strong background in machine learning algorithms, statistical modeling, and data analysis.
Proficiency in Python, R, or a similar programming language for data manipulation and model development.
Experience with machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Scikit-learn.
Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software development principles.
Hands-on experience with cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure for deploying machine learning models.
Familiarity with data visualization tools like Matplotlib, Seaborn, or similar.
Excellent problem-solving skills, with a proactive and collaborative approach to work.
Strong communication skills to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with deep learning, reinforcement learning, or natural language processing.
Knowledge of big data technologies such as Hadoop or Spark.
Prior experience working in an AI-driven company or startup environment.
Compensation:
The base compensation range for the role is: $130,000 - $150,000 based on leveling and desired cash/equity split. Philosophically, we lean towards generous equity grants so that our team truly gets to share in the impact they create.
Are you outside of the range? We encourage you to still apply: we take an individualized approach to ensure that compensation accounts for all of the life factors that matter for each candidate.
Why Work at Contrast:
4 remote weeks per year - work from anywhere.
Daily meals in our downtown Chicago office.
Work with cutting-edge AI technology that improves the quality of life for healthcare providers and patient care.
Dedicated time and budget for personal development, including access to world-class mentors and advisors.
Collaborate with a world-class, diverse team that is deeply mission-aligned.
Ownership over your success with the ability to significantly impact company growth.
Our supporters include top-tier Silicon Valley venture firms, leading minds in AI, and healthcare industry leaders.
Join the Contrast team as a Machine Learning Engineer/Data Scientist and leverage your expertise to make a lasting impact in the rapidly evolving world of AI and healthcare.
For more information about our company and culture, visit our website .
The pay range for this role is:
130,000 - 150,000 USD per year (Chicago, IL)
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$130k-150k yearly 4d ago
Senior Parenteral DP Scientist - CMC & Transfer
The Antibody Society
Scientist job in Chicago, IL
A leading biopharmaceutical company in Chicago seeks a Scientist for their CMC drug product team. This role involves leading process development for parenteral drugs, requiring over 14 years of experience in laboratory skills, regulatory knowledge, and innovation in drug manufacturing. Applicants must possess a degree in a scientific discipline and demonstrate strong communication and leadership abilities. The position offers competitive benefits and the chance to make a meaningful impact on product development.
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Senior Scientist - Analytical Sciences. (Rheology & Fluid mechanics)
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Scientist to join our team at the Kraft Heinz Innovation Center in Glenview, IL. As a key member of our research and development team, you will play a critical role in characterizing and measuring various physical attributes of our food products, driving innovation and quality. Your expertise in food texture and stability analysis will help us better understand the physical attributes of our products, informing product development and improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, quality, and plant personnel, to identify and measure physical attributes related to food quality, functionality, and performance
Develop and execute project objectives and strategies in response to business initiatives, recommending action plans to implement key findings
Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior scientists in food texture and stability analysis
Stay up to date on trends and innovations in food texture and stability analysis, applying this knowledge to drive new ideas and solutions
Actively engage with rheology industry consortium or academia research and take initiative to attend training to develop professional knowledge/skills
Design and execute laboratory experiments, analyzing data to inform product development and improvement with minimal supervision
Maintain and troubleshoot complex various analytical instrumentation, specifically rheology instrument
Communicate effectively with stakeholders, senior leaders and peers
Demonstrate strong team spirits and able to perform independently and in team setting
Requirements:
MS or PhD in science, engineering and related fields
Preferred qualifications encompass, but not limited to, chemical engineering, polymer science & engineering, emulsion/colloidal science & engineering, physics with 3-4 years of relevant industry experience or PhD with 1-2 years of relevant industry experience)
Must have built deep technical knowledge in fluid mechanics and transport phenomena during academic studies
Deep technical expertise in physical characterization of food systems, including rheology, thermal analysis, emulsion, and particle size technologies
Excellent laboratory experimentation and data analysis skills
Experience working with ISO 17025 standards is preferred
Strong organizational and project management skills, with attention to detail and excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
Proven ability to build strong customer/client relationships
Ability to travel up to 0-20%
What We Offer:
Opportunity to work with a leading food company, driving innovation and quality in our products
Collaborative and dynamic work environment
Professional development and growth opportunities
Competitive salary and benefits package
Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz' strategy and values.
New Hire Base Salary Range:
$88,000.00 - $110,000.00
Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.
The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors
Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family's needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
You'll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:
Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
Emotional - Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
Financial - 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability
Location(s)
Glenview R&D Center
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact *********************** for assistance.
$88k-110k yearly 4d ago
Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist -Infectious Disease Testing
Gift of Hope Organ & Tissue Donor Network 4.4
Scientist job in Itasca, IL
Responsible for performing laboratory testing, quality control procedures and maintenance of equipment and work area; serves as section lead; serves as lead on process improvement initiatives; responsible for employee training and task assignment; assists with work scheduling and personnel management.
Perform high-complexity laboratory testing using established methodologies, including molecular HLA typing, flow-cytometry, genetic analysis, HLA antibody screening (if applicable), ABO typing, and infectious disease testing
Serve as section lead for Infectious Disease Testing, providing oversight and guidance for designated laboratory areas
Serve as the final reviewer to sign off clinical cases in all aspects of testing including technical, quality, billing, etc., as designated by laboratory management
Document test results and all pertinent information; interpret different and complex reaction patterns; identify probable causes for any irregular or atypical test results
Responsible for compiling and preparing section quality assurance reports
Serve as lead on process improvement initiatives
Accurately communicate results to internal and external customers including clinicians, transplant coordinators, and other OPO personnel
Accurately enter, retrieve, and transmit test data into laboratory information systems
Assist laboratory staff in testing procedures, quality controls and standard operating protocols.
Provide instruction and guidance to new employees in testing procedures, quality controls and standard operating protocols
Perform laboratory employee competency assessment, as required
Provide laboratory employee support, direction and management, as requested by laboratory management
Assist with personnel management as designated, including but not limited to, one-on-one meetings, performance evaluation, coaching, and disciplinary actions
Assist with development, validation and implementation of new and/or revised procedures and protocols
Preserve donor cells and serum samples for potential future testing, if needed
Process blood samples received from patients waiting for a transplant
Prepare reagents required to perform analysis and ensure reagents are available and usable
Set up and monitor equipment required to perform tests
Maintain established preventive maintenance schedules for assigned equipment
Perform minor equipment repairs such as adjustments and calibration of equipment
Maintain quality control records and logs; prepare, record and store data for future reference
Monitor supply levels to ensure adequate levels are maintained
Ensure cleanliness and organization of work area in accordance with safety standards
Serve as on-call off-hours technical consultant for laboratory employees
Work with laboratory leadership to develop, plan, implement, monitor and assess the laboratory quality assurance and performance improvement programs
Identify non-conformances and deficiencies and manage the corrective action process
Promote the culture of quality assurance and performance improvement throughout the laboratory
Work with laboratory leadership to ensure compliance with all pertinent regulatory agencies, such as CMS/CLIA, FDA, UNOS, ASHI, and CAP
Responsible for determining, tracking, trending and reporting of relevant quality metrics, including, but not limited to, turnaround times, error rates, customer satisfaction score, etc.
Assist laboratory leadership with preparation for all internal and external audits and inspections; assist with follow-up as needed, including responses and corrective actions
Complete continuing education
Education and Training Required
Bachelor's degree in one of the biological, chemical or medical sciences
Certification as a Certified Histocompatibility Technologist (CHT) or Certified Histocompatibility Specialist (CHS) issued by the American College of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ACHI), or the ability to obtain certification within 18 months of hire or promotion
Experience and Skills Required
Minimum 2 years' experience in high complexity testing in histocompatibility, immunology, infectious disease or virology
Technical competency in a minimum of three clinical testing areas specific to the Gift of Hope Laboratory including infectious disease, HLA typing, crossmatching, and HLA antibody testing
Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision
Basic skills in Excel and Word
Proficient with laboratory software systems
Familiarity with procedures for quality control of reagents and maintenance of equipment
Demonstrated capacity to learn and apply new laboratory testing methods, processes, and equipment
Capable of managing and performing multiple tests simultaneously in a timely and organized manner
Ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and laboratory objectives
Attention to detail to conduct and interpret laboratory tests
Analytical ability to evaluate test results and identify atypical results
$72k-89k yearly est. 2d ago
Research Biologist
Insight Global
Scientist job in Lemont, IL
Research Biologist
Duration: 6-month contract with extensions - long term
PR: $20-24/hr
Shift: 8-5pm CST (flexible with weekend availability, 40 hours max)
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in biology, biochemical engineering, chemical engineering, materials science, or related field.
2+ years of hands-on laboratory experience with the analyzing of samples from lab experiments including gas, soil slurry and water parameters.
Experience in analyzing composition of gas and bioreactor environment.
Proficient with Excel and GC, HPLC, ICP, chromatography, microscopy, and spectrophotometry.
Understanding of good laboratory safety practices.
Experience with method development and writing standard operating procedures.
Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
Plusses:
Experience in assessing health and safety hazards and controls as well as QA/QC, and in writing Environmental Health and Safety plans for research projects.
Advanced degree
Knowledge or hands on experience operating nanofiltration/reverse osmosis devices
Knowledge and experience with chromatography techniques are desirable
Experience in designing, operating, and scaling chemical separations processes
Responsibilities:
Conduct literature search and review and report findings.
Run and maintain fermenters at various scales (bench- and pilot-scale).
Develop and refine methods for the analysis of samples taken from highly complex bioreactor environment.
Conduct gas-chromatography and HPLC analyses of samples collected from fermenter operations at lab-scale and pilot-scale.
Isolate DNAs from collected samples for qPCR and metagenomic analyses.
Conduct analysis of slurry and water samples using spectrophotometry and other regular laboratory equipment.
Operate manual and automatic lab instruments and equipment, such as such as FT-IR, UV-VIS, ICP.
Manage lab activities, including the analysis of health and safety hazards, the preparation of suitable health and safety plans, and the maintenance of a neat, clean and organized environment in the lab.
Manage sample collection, archives, and analytical data files.
Considerable skills in oral, written and presentation communications.
$20-24 hourly 5d ago
Chemist
Judge Direct Placement
Scientist job in Hammond, IN
The Judge Group is seeking a Chemist for a manufacturing company located in the Hammond, IN area.
Title: Chemist
Salary: $65,000 - $115,000
is fully onsite*
MUST HAVE: Bachelors Degree, Chemistry
MUST HAVE: Chemical manufacturing experience
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and validate prototype samples following company procedures
- Interact with commercial and internal teams to meet customer requirements
- Prepare reports for presentations to potential customers and for ongoing projects
Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree, Chemistry
- 2+ year of experience in a chemical manufacturing environment
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$65k-115k yearly 2d ago
Join a research study evaluating potential new investigational treatments for Depression
Haltha
Scientist job in Chicago, IL
Up To $1,000 Paid Depression Study! Those who Currently Experience At Least TWO Symptoms of Depression And the Current Depressive Episode Started More Than 4 Weeks Ago May Qualify For The Study!
$78k-117k yearly est. 7d ago
Product Scientist III
Indeed 4.4
Scientist job in Chicago, IL
**Our Mission** As the world's number 1 job site*, our mission is to help people get jobs. We strive to cultivate an inclusive and accessible workplace where all people feel comfortable being themselves. We're looking to grow our teams with more people who share our enthusiasm for innovation and creating the best experience for job seekers.
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**Day to Day**
At Indeed, our mission is to _Help People Get Jobs_ . We are seeking a visionary Senior Marketing Data Scientist to define and drive our data science endeavors for Indeed's Marketing organization.The Marketing Data Science and Business Intelligence (MDSBI) organization partners with Marketing and collaborates across the SMB, Job Seeker, Brand, Enterprise, and Global Marketing teams.
Your role will entail shaping and executing Indeed's AI strategy for Marketing measurement and driving optimal allocation and returns on our Marketing spend. You will guide our organization in pursuing the strategy and, through innovation, make a meaningful impact on the lives of millions of people who use Indeed every day.
As AI technology, Marketing and job markets evolve rapidly, your role will be essential in shaping the future of acquisition for both job seekers and employers.
**Responsibilities**
+ Build and improve all components of our Marketing measurement framework including Marketing Mix models, Multi-Touch attribution and Incrementality testing.
+ Mentor and grow other data scientists, data engineers and Machine Learning Engineers across teams.
+ Communicates how campaigns, campaign measurement and business outcomes can be transformed with Machine Learning (ML) and AI across the broad organization
+ Partner with cross-functional teams to implement data-driven solutions that enhance user and marketer experiences
+ Foster external partnerships, stay updated with industry trends, and ensure our data practices remain at the forefront of technological advancements
**Skills/Competencies**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics
+ 7+ years of experience in data science, analytics, Machine Learning or a related field
+ Prior success in deploying impactful Machine Learning solutions to large-scale production systems, while engaging across teams
+ A deep understanding of machine learning, statistical modelling, and predictive analytics.
+ Deep understanding of the complexities and tradeoffs of leveraging/deploying ML/AI at scale and experience using LLMs
+ Proven ability to translate complex data findings into actionable business strategies and experience in collaborating with marketing or product teams to drive business growth
+ Experience communicating and influencing marketing, technical, and business direction across all levels of a large organization
+ Knowledge and practical experience working on Deep Learning Libraries (like Torch, Tensorflow, etc.)
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$74k-93k yearly est. 1d ago
Scientist II, Product Development - Healthcare/Confections
McCormick 4.4
Scientist job in Geneva, IL
You may know McCormick as a leader in herbs, spices, seasonings, and condiments - and we're only getting started. At McCormick, we're always looking for new people to bring their unique flavor to our team. McCormick employees - all 14,000 of us across the world - are what makes this company a great place to work.
McCormick & Company, Inc., a global leader in the spice, flavor, and seasonings industry, is seeking a full-time Scientist II, Healthcare/Confections. This new hire will work at our FONA Flavor Lab, located in Geneva, IL.
What We Bring To The Table:
The best people deserve the best rewards. In addition to the benefits you'd expect from a global leader (401k, health insurance, paid time off, etc.) we also offer:
* Competitive compensation
* Career growth opportunities
* Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices
* Wellbeing programs including Physical, Mental and Financial wellness
* Tuition assistance
The Scientist II will independently develop and evaluate flavor systems for application and evaluation of flavors with the use of proprietary technologies in support of customers and McCormick. Additionally, this role will be the interface with customers, R&D teams, and assist in responding to specific project requests. Assist and leverage the development of new flavors/ingredients and new methodologies and contribute to technically driven business development activities in the Healthcare Flavor applications area.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Leading flavor applications and prototype development in healthcare & confectionary products and providing excellent flavor applications support for Industrial Customers.
* Facilitating complex projects including planning and leading cross functional project teams, defining, and assessing project requirements and designing and managing experiments.
* Building competency within the area of healthcare & confectionary Flavor Applications.
* Project Management: Plan and lead project teams, defining and assessing of project requirements, designing, and managing experiments.
* Investigate and assess new ingredients and technologies.
* Provide support as an internal expert on projects performed in other groups within McCormick, with outside consultants, and / or with vendors.
* Commercialization of products (understanding of processes and operations for product manufacture) and troubleshooting problems.
* Offer Technical Support for formulations to Operation and Quality functions.
* Interface and communicate project status with customers and commercial team.
* Supervise and instruct lower-level employees.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
* BSc in Food Science/Technology, Food Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field
* 5-10 years' experience in the food and/or flavor industry including:
* At least 3 yrs. of healthcare or confectionary Flavor applications in a flavor house AND/OR
* At least 3 yrs. of healthcare or confections Product Development within a consumer products company.
* Strong experience with healthcare and/or confectionary Flavor Delivery Systems, Ingredients and Flavors
* Excellent communication skills.
* Ability to interpret data and solve complex problems with incomplete information.
* Ability to manage risk in making critical decisions.
* Project management and ability to interact, seek advice, teach, influence, and negotiate.
* Demonstrate the ability to influence across the organization.
* Ability to make presentations that cover technical topics, R&D capabilities, etc.
* An in-depth understanding of ingredients and technology along with their impact on product taste and functionality.
* Knowledge of food industry food ingredients, manufacturing processes, quality assurance programs and food regulations.
* Proficient in product development and commercialization across a wide variety of finished product application categories.
* Intellectual curiosity, flexibility, demonstrated aptitude for complexity and managing in a complex environment, an innovative imagination, and the ability to operate in "grey" space.
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McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.
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Base Salary: $72,930 to $127,640
Base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, experience for this role, and/or internal equity of our current employees as part of any final offer. This position is also eligible to participate in McCormick's Incentive Bonus (MIB) Plan. In addition to a competitive compensation package, permanent employees of McCormick are eligible for our extensive Total Rewards programs that include:
* Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits
* Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support
* Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans
WHY WORK AT MCCORMICK?
United by flavor. Driven by results.
As a McCormick employee you'll be empowered to focus on more than your individual responsibilities. You'll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger than yourself-to have a say in where the company is going and how it's growing.
Between our passion for flavor, our 130-year history of leadership and integrity, the competitive and comprehensive benefits we offer, and our culture, which is built on respect and opportunities for growth, there are many reasons to join us at McCormick.
$72.9k-127.6k yearly 60d+ ago
Food R&D Scientist
Sterling Engineering, Inc.
Scientist job in Glendale Heights, IL
Title: R&D Food Scientist Overview:Sterling has helped build careers for thousands for professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process and as a Best of Staffing company, Sterling provides exciting work with exceptional employers across the U.S.
Hire Type: Direct HireBenefits: Medical, Dental, VisionBonus/ Incentives/ Stock Options: 401k matching Pay:$85-100k with annual bonus potential
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Food Scientist to lead development across meat proteins (beef, pork, poultry. This role is responsible for creating new formulations, enhancing existing products, optimizing processes, and ensuring successful commercialization from concept to production.
Job Duties:
Lead multiple product development initiatives, focusing on meat and plant-based proteins as well as sauces, dips, and spreads.
Drive assigned projects from ideation through scale-up, providing technical leadership and recommending new product concepts.
Troubleshoot formulation or processing issues using scientific methodology and deliver innovative solutions for both new and existing products.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and Procurement to define equipment needs, material requirements, and optimal processing conditions.
Evaluate ingredients, suppliers, and co-packers to ensure they meet project requirements and company standards.
Conduct and oversee sensory panels, shelf-life studies, competitive benchmarking, and quality improvement testing.
Monitor and analyze production reports to assess schedule adherence, efficiencies, and process performance.
Identify process improvements and design experiments to enhance formulations, streamline processes, or increase production capacity.
Review market trends and competitive products to identify opportunities for innovation or optimization.
Provide accurate raw material data and formulations for regulatory teams to generate nutritional statements and product analysis.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Food Science or related field.
3-5 years of product development experience within a food manufacturing environment.
Prior experience developing USDA-regulated meat protein products.
Familiarity with nutritional analysis software (e.g., Esha Genesis) preferred.
Strong understanding of ingredient functionality, flavor systems, and formulation science.
Experience in supplier sourcing and ingredient qualification.
Excellent communication skills and ability to build credibility across teams.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
$85k-100k yearly 41d ago
R&D Scientist
Us Tech Solutions 4.4
Scientist job in Lake Forest, IL
US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide-range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit our website ************************
We are constantly on the lookout for professionals to fulfill the staffing needs of our clients, sets the correct expectation and thus becomes an accelerator in the mutual growth of the individual and the organization as well.
Keeping the same intent in mind, we would like you to consider the job opening with US Tech Solutions that fits your expertise and skillset.
Job Description
· Develop ad qualify highly precise analytical methods for analysis of large molecule products. Support global transfer and trouble shooting of methods. Analyze data, prepare reports and presentations
· Essential: Experience in cell culture, immunoassay and bioassay development are required.
· Excellent documentation skills.
· Preferred: Flow cytometry, Biacore, cell signaling, laboratory automation and DOE experience is preferred
· Develop and qualify precise ELISA, CRBA and cell-based potency methods for analysis of large molecule products. Support global transfer, validation and trouble shooting of bioassays. Perform characterization sample testing, statistical data analysis and summarize assay results, prepare e-notebooks and reports.
· Experience & Knowledge Essential:
· Experience in cell culture, immunoassay and bioassay development are required. Excellent documentation skills. Preferred: Flow cytometry, Biacore, SDS-Page, laboratory automation are preferred.
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Develop and qualify precise ELISA, CRBA and cell-based potency methods for analysis of large molecule products
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Support global transfer, validation and trouble shooting of bioassays
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Perform characterization sample testing, statistical data analysis and summarize assay results, prepare e-notebooks and reports
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Experience in cell culture, immunoassay and bioassay development are required. Excellent documentation skills. Preferred: Flow cytometry, Biacore, SDS-Page, laboratory automation are preferred
Qualifications
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Develop and qualify precise ELISA, CRBA and cell-based potency methods for analysis of large molecule products
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Support global transfer, validation and trouble shooting of bioassays
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Perform characterization sample testing, statistical data analysis and summarize assay results, prepare e-notebooks and reports
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Experience in cell culture, immunoassay and bioassay development are required. Excellent documentation skills. Preferred: Flow cytometry, Biacore, SDS-Page, laboratory automation are preferred
Additional Information
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Sneha Shrivastava
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$68k-96k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Senior Embryologist
Kindbody
Scientist job in Chicago, IL
Kindbody is a leading fertility clinic network and family-building benefits provider, delivering comprehensive reproductive care across the U.S. Our mission is to make fertility and family-building more accessible and affordable while ensuring superior health outcomes through clinical excellence and a seamless patient experience.
About the Role
As a Senior Embryologist at Kindbody, you will be working in a fast-paced, rapidly growing environment where you will be relied on for your expertise, professionalism, and collaboration. We consider our Senior Embryologists to be someone who is fully trained & signed off in all aspects of Embryology (basic + micro manipulation) for 6+ years.
Responsibilities
Perform Chemistry Laboratory and Andrology Laboratory Procedures as needed.
Perform assisted reproductive technology methods, including but not limited to semen preparation, oocyte identification, conventional IVF, ICSI, embryo culture and grading, laser-assisted hatching, trophectoderm biopsy, sperm, oocyte, and embryo cryopreservation (vitrification).
Maintain accurate laboratory records
Perform quality control procedures and monitor KPIs
Participate in the laboratory's quality management program
Coordinate with reproductive endocrinologists and OB/GYNs to assist their patients with reproductive health issues and clinical research.
Communicate with patients on outcomes, lab procedures, and general patient lab-related questions as needed
Ensure all patient information is documented appropriately in our EMR according to our procedures
Works independently to ensure the program goals are achieved
Support and promote excellence in customer service
Provide feedback to HQ on process improvement and job specifications to help gain efficiencies in the day-to-day
Is willing to travel to other Kindbody locations to perform patient testing, train or support staff.
Is willing to collaboratively support the Kindbody team remotely or locally with their expertise.
Assist with projects, tasks, and team support as needed.
Who You Are
6+ years experience in clinical embryology {3-4 of which are micromanipulation}
TS (ABB) certified or eligible
Able to work independently with minimal supervision
Proficiency in all IVF laboratory methods, including micromanipulation techniques and vitrification
Detail-oriented, meticulous record-keeping
Strong communication skills & a team player
Willingness to be flexible
Familiarity with all state and local regulations, including tissue bank licensing
Experienced in EMR and G-Suite
$65k-99k yearly est. Auto-Apply 41d ago
Research Chemist
Ascent Industries Co
Scientist job in Schaumburg, IL
Job Title: Research Scientist
Reporting: Director of Innovation
Ascent Industries Co. is seeking a Research Scientist to join our Research and Development team. This role will serve as the technical focal point for new custom and contract manufacturing projects and drive successful execution from proof of concept through commercial-scale production. This role will collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders in R&D, Sales, Marketing, Engineering, and Manufacturing to drive commercial success with a focus on speed to solution, commercial-scale viability, deep technical rigor, and a proactive safety mindset.
The ideal candidate combines strong technical skills in experiment design, synthesis, process chemistry, commercial-scale unit operations, and scale up within the chemicals or materials industry. This role is expected to serve as the subject matter expert for all analytical testing related to the contract manufacturing projects, implementing customer specified tests and introducing new test methods that are critical for ensuring product quality.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Serve as the technical focal point for new contract manufacturing opportunities.
Identify fastest and most efficient route to commercial scale solutions for new contract manufacturing opportunities based on a deep understanding of process chemistry and plant unit operations.
Design experiments based on sound scientific principles and statistical methods to validate technical packages for proof of concept, optimize processes, and develop technical package for manufacturing to support First Time in Spec production.
Rapidly produce samples for customer evaluation based on a thorough understanding of plant equipment capabilities and technical requirements
Establish R&D lab capabilities for synthesis, process development, sample preparation, and testing by evaluating current capabilities and additional needs to support project pipeline.
Demonstrate expertise in a broad array of analytical instruments and drive new method development to align internal test methods and capabilities with customer methods and protocols. Leverage external labs for specialized test capabilities.
Collaborate with key stakeholders in Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Product stewardship to drive successful commercialization.
Engage with customers to gather process details, develop experimental plans, communicate project progress, present key findings, results, and support successful qualifications.
Create Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions for core lab activities. Assure safe lab operations and compliance with site regulations while ensuring zero recordables.
Skills, Qualifications, Experience, Special Physical Requirements:
Ph.D. or master's degree in chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science and Engineering
Proven hands-on product development and industrial scale-up (3+ years) in specialty chemicals or materials industry with subject matter expertise in on or product categories: Surfactants, Emulsions, Dispersions, Specialty Additives, Acrylic Adhesives, and Reactive Blends. Know-how of product requirements for one or more market segments: Oil and Gas Chemicals, Water Treatment Chemicals, Personal Care, Lubricants, and CASE.
Strong lab scale synthesis skills, working knowledge of commercial-scale process equipment, and prior experience scaling a product from the laboratory scale through robust commercial scale production. Solid understanding of interplay between raw materials, formulations, manufacturing process variables, product specifications, and product performance.
Prior experience with development of detailed technical packages for scale up.
In depth analytical and method development experience with techniques such as GPC, GC, HPLC, FTIR, NMR, Rheology, Particle Size, and wet chemistry.
Design of Experiments and Six Sigma Green Belt Experience Preferred.
Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet tight deadlines.
Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
Success Metrics
On time execution of R&D work for new contract manufacturing projects per milestones established in NPD process
Improve technology transfer from lab to plant with a focus on developing detailed technical packages for achieving target specifications in the first production run.
Develop detailed understanding of customer technical protocols for testing and drive quick internal implementation
Serve as a technical interface to provide outstanding customer engagement in all technical aspects and help position R&D as our unique value proposition to contract manufacturing customers
$54k-79k yearly est. Auto-Apply 6d ago
Principal Research Scientist I Parenteral Drug Product
The Antibody Society
Scientist job in Chicago, IL
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas - immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at *************** Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok.
Job Description
Purpose:
The PDS&T Parenterals/Eye Care group is seeking a motivated Scientist as a CMC drug product project lead, specifically for parenteral drug product process development and commercial site scale up and tech transfer. The candidate will independently design and execute lab studies to develop robust manufacturing processes for clinical phase and commercial products. This person will generate and analyze precise, reliable, and reproducible data in a timely manner, independently or under the direction of a more senior scientific leader. This position will be an integral part of the product development and CMC teams and is highly collaborative across functions such as analytical, process engineering, internal and external manufacturing, quality assurance, CMC regulatory affairs, supply chain and Operations Manufacturing Sites.
Responsibilities
Independently design and conduct critical experiments that further project goals. Implement and may innovate new experimental protocols/techniques for parenteral DP characterization studies to enable process scale up.
Interpret results and draw conclusions from own multistage experiments, note significant deviations, then suggest, design, and pursue relevant experiments.
Tech transfer activities for parenteral DP from development scale up to clinical/commercial scale.
Support drug product manufacture at GMP facilities from clinical to PPQ and commercial batches.
Understand relevant scientific literature and apply theoretical framework to solving problems within scientific discipline in a timely manner.
Authoring of comprehensive, scientifically sound reports, e.g. development reports or risk assessments that serve as source documents for regulatory submissions. Author portions of regulatory submissions to designated health authorities related to these reports.
Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, timelines and development and/or scale up tech transfer strategy; technical projects at all stages of development are included, from phase II clinical through commercial.
Lead cross‑functional PDS&T product teams and represent the CMC team and/or PDS&T in interface with PDS&T leadership, other Operations functions, other AbbVie functions and external partners. Participate in or coordinate Governance efforts such as Product Performance Teams or gate reviews.
Prepare and review submissions through registration of the product as well as post‑approval life‑cycle management. Serve as a peer reviewer for submissions and understand how regulatory submissions limit operational changes.
Establish and foster partnerships with key customers and counterpart functions to facilitate effective collaboration. Identify and promote best practices among PDS&T CMC leads.
Understand and adhere to corporate standards regarding code of conduct, safety, appropriate handling of materials, controlled drug and radioactive compounds, GxP compliance, and animal care where applicable.
Preferred Qualifications
Strong laboratory skills and experience focused on manufacturing process development for monoclonal antibodies, antibody constructs/conjugates or other parenteral formulations.
Knowledge and experience with manufacturing controls for container closure systems, including vials, prefilled syringes, and prefilled cartridges.
Scientific problem solving, experimental design, and trouble shooting skills.
Solid understanding of the various unit operations of aseptic manufacturing for liquid and lyophilized products such as bulk freeze thaw, compounding/mixing, filtration, filling and lyophilization.
Experience in laboratory documentation systems, including ELN, and demonstrated experience with technical report writing. Technical understanding and experience with small molecule products manufacturing, development, quality and analytics is required.
Knowledge and experience with FDA and global regulatory requirements for CMC issues is required.
Ability to influence internal and external experts on CMC regulatory issues, independently.
Demonstrated excellence in writing, presentation, and overall communication.
Qualifications
BS or equivalent education and extensive, typically 14+ years of experience; MS or equivalent education with typically 12+ years of experience; PhD with typically 6+ years of experience in area or scientific area of discipline.
Demonstrated ability to function as a principle investigator, generating original technical ideas and research or development strategies.
Demonstrate creative "out of the box" thinking to solve difficult technical problems and champion new technologies to achieve project goals.
Recognized and sought out as an expert in his/her discipline within the company and possibly externally.
Experienced and demonstrated success as primary author of publications, presentations, regulatory documents and/or primary inventor of patents.
Demonstrated scientific communication and presentation skills by presenting at leading scientific conferences.
Additional Information
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
This job is eligible to participate in our short‑term incentive programs.
This job is eligible to participate in our long‑term incentive programs
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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$84k-123k yearly est. 6d ago
Research Biologist
Insight Global
Scientist job in Lemont, IL
Research Biologist
Pay Range: $20/hr - $24/hr
Responsibilities
Conduct literature searches and reviews; prepare and present findings.
Operate and maintain fermenters at bench- and pilot-scale.
Develop and refine analytical methods for samples from complex bioreactor environments.
Perform gas chromatography (GC) and high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) analyses on samples from fermenter operations.
Isolate DNA from collected samples for qPCR and metagenomic analyses.
Analyze slurry and water samples using spectrophotometry and other standard laboratory equipment.
Operate manual and automated instruments, including FT-IR, UV-VIS, and ICP.
Manage laboratory activities, including hazard analysis, health and safety planning, and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
Oversee sample collection, archiving, and analytical data management.
Communicate effectively through oral presentations, written reports, and documentation.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in biology, biochemical engineering, chemical engineering, materials science, or a related field.
Minimum 2 years of hands-on laboratory experience analyzing samples from experiments (gas, slurry, water).
Experience with gas composition analysis and bioreactor environments.
Proficiency in Excel and laboratory techniques, including GC, HPLC, ICP, chromatography, microscopy, and spectrophotometry.
Strong understanding of laboratory safety practices.
Experience in method development and writing standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
$20 hourly 3d ago
Join a research study evaluating potential new investigational treatments for Depression
Haltha
Scientist job in Waukegan, IL
Up To $1,000 Paid Depression Study! Those who Currently Experience At Least TWO Symptoms of Depression And the Current Depressive Episode Started More Than 4 Weeks Ago May Qualify For The Study!
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