What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Product Development Scientist position at Bunge?
A Day In The Life:
As an Associate Product Development Scientist you will play a key role in supporting research and development activities across sample room operations, pilot plant trials, and analytical testing. This position is ideal for individiuals with a STEM background who are task-driven, curious, and capable of working independently while collaborating closely with project leads and cross-functional teams. Ethical conduct, attention to detail, and a strong sense of ownership are essential.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Serve as a backup or lead for sample room and pilot plant operations, ensuring smooth execution of trials and sample preparation.
- Support R&D development work by conducting analytical testing using techniques such as Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC), Gas Chromatography (GC), HPLC, Polarized Light Microscopy (PLM), and chemical reaction monitoring.
- Execute experiments under the guidance of project leads, maintaining accurate records and adhering to established protocols.
- Assist in the preparation and scale-up of formulations for pilot plant and production trials.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, Procurement, Quality, Regulatory, and Operations to support project goals.
- Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Participate in data collection, analysis, and reporting to support decision-making and product development.
- Demonstrate initiative in troubleshooting, problem-solving, and continuous improvement efforts.
- Uphold high standards of job ethics, confidentiality, and scientific integrity.
SKills/Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in a STEM field with 1-5 years of experience or Master's degree with 0-2 years of experience.
- Hands-on experience in laboratory or pilot plant settings preferred.
- Familiarity with analytical instrumentation and experimental design.
Benefits:
- Health Benefits – Offering choices so you can enroll in medical, dental and vision to meet your individual needs
- 401(k) – Investing in your future with an automatic 5% company contribution AND matching up to 4% of your contributions.
- Family Support – Supporting new and growing families by providing 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave and fertility coverage.
- Tuition Reimbursement – Contributing to your education by reimbursing $5,000 of tuition expenses annually.
- Time Off – Providing generous PTO based on professional work experience
10 – 19 years: 30 days
20 years: 35 day
The compensation range for this position is $64,000 - $72,000. In addition to regular compensation, this role is also eligible for an annual incentive bonus.
Bunge (NYSE: BG) is a world leader in sourcing, processing and supplying oilseed and grain products and ingredients. Founded in 1818, Bunge’s expansive network feeds and fuels a growing world, creating sustainable products and opportunities for more than 70,000 farmers and the consumers they serve across the globe. The company is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri and has 25,000 employees worldwide who stand behind more than 350 port terminals, oilseed processing plants, grain facilities, and food and ingredient production and packaging facilities around the world.
Bunge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans/Disabled
Salary : $64,000 - $72,000
