Sr. Scientist R&D Color Ingredients - Erlanger, KY

Sr. Scientist R&D Color Ingredients - Erlanger, KY
ADM Research & Development
This is a full-time exempt position, on site
 
ADM, a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company, has an opening for a Senior Scientist R&D color ingredients at our Research center located in Erlanger, Kentucky.
 
We are looking for a highly motivated scientist to lead the color ingredient research. The successful candidate will assume responsibility in a central leadership position within ADM research. She/He will lead the design and the execution of the color ingredient research pipeline in NA, in alignment with business growth ambition. This position will report to Nelly Malassagne, Director R&D Flavor, color and delivery technologies.

Job purpose
In this role, the Sr Scientist will propose and lead color R&D projects to develop new and/or improved natural color solutions in alignment with business goals.
This role requires proven track record of strong color R&D expertise and successful development of colors solutions from bench to larger scale.
The Sr Scientist will provide key input to our color strategy through horizon scanning and evaluation of emerging technical solutions and capabilities in the color innovation space.
The incumbent will also play a key role in sharing technical knowledge across the organization and mentoring other colleagues.

Job responsibilities

• Plan, organize and execute research and development projects to explore and develop new and/or improved natural color solutions aligned with business ambition and in compliance with our stage gate project management process.
• Lead the global color team. 
• Identify technical gaps and participate in the identification of potential opportunities in the color innovation space in partnership with Business, Product Development, Regulatory, Procurement etc.
• Horizon-scan and evaluate emerging color solutions, recommend and build relevant technical capabilities. Identify potential intellectual property.
• Responsible for R&D color lab equipment needed for day-to-day operations and lab/workplace safety. Make recommendations for capital project investment. Comply with local trainings and safety documentation.
• Contribute to culture of excellent communication, information sharing, collaboration and relationships within and outside R&D.
• Provide input and guidance to team members regarding lab procedures and techniques. Mentor and upskill other colleagues.

Job specifications/qualifications

• PhD. and 2 years or Masters and 5 years of industry experience in Chemistry, Food Science, Biotechnology, Biochemistry or related fields
• Strong knowledge of color science and techniques in food and beverage applications
• Proven experience in project management including the development of color solutions from ideation/benchtop to production scale
• Knowledge of Regulatory bodies
• Proven ability to work independently and collaborate with global teams with strong communication skills
• Experience working in accordance with good laboratory practices and adhere to safety standards and practices.
• Ability to deliver clear, compelling, and effective technical presentations to audiences that include but are not limited to management, commercial teams, customers, research teams and other stakeholders
• Proficient in standard computer programs (e.g. Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Powerpoint).