Overview

The Research Scientist conducts research in the areas of physical and thermal properties to understand and improve characteristics of fermented dairy products. The scientist will develop methods to study the rheology and tribology of fluids and fermented products. Cross-functional interactions will be expected to develop testing methods and to apply rheological principles in equipment design and process parameters measurement and optimization.

Responsibilities

• Develop methods and conduct experiments to study the physical properties of dairy products, specifically in rheology.
• Provide scientific support to other departments (Technical Services, Engineering, Processing, Packaging) by testing physical properties and help with process optimization.
• Conduct research to improve the texture properties of existing products and new products under development.
• Collect samples, schedule testing, and organize data collection across multiple experiments.
• Design and perform experiments on the bench-top, in the pilot plant, and in full scale manufacturing.
• Maintain sensitive laboratory equipment.

Organizational Relationships

The Research Scientist reports to the Chief Innovation Officer and will receive day-to-day project guidance and oversight from an assigned Team Leader.

Schedule and Travel

Workdays are Monday through Friday. As this is a salaried position, the schedule may be changed as projects require. Infrequent travel is expected. Access to laboratory equipment is needed for daily work tasks so a remote option is not available.

Education, Training, and Experience

Ph.D. degree in Food or Dairy Engineering, Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or related technical field with 0-2 years of experience in R&D.

Knowledge and Skills

• Deep understanding of rheology/rheometry with hands on experience required.
• Colloidal, interfacial, and/or biophysical science understanding preferred.
• Experience with tribology, DSC, TGA, DLS, and Texture Analyzer is preferred.
• Experience with conventional and modern laboratory techniques and software is required.
• Dairy processing knowledge is highly desirable. Excellent communication skills and professional demeanor are required.
• Strong interpersonal and critical thinking skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and statistical analysis/software packages is expected.

For five generations spanning over a century, Daisy Brand has been a family-owned company committed to providing the freshest, most wholesome dairy products. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas with manufacturing facilities in Garland, Texas (1998), Casa Grande, Arizona (2008), and Wooster, Ohio (2015).

Daisy is the market leader in two billion-dollar categories, sour cream and cottage cheese, and generates over half a billion in revenues annually. Daisy Sour Cream represents 1 out of every 2 sour cream purchases in the United States and is the largest sour cream brand in food service, military, and club. It is recognized by consumers for A Dollop of Daisy, a tagline that put this once small brand on the map. Daisy Cottage Cheese is Americas #1 cottage cheese brand and continues to bring new consumers into the category with its innovative single serve packaging and consistent high quality. Daisy recently expanded into a new category with the launch of two dip products and is in the process of expanding distribution.

Daisy's core values, Clean and Trust, resonate in all aspects of our business operations. In 2008, the Foundation for Financial Service Professionals awarded Daisy the prestigious American Business Ethics award.

While maintaining a strong culture of curious and innovative problem-solvers, Daisy Brand has more than doubled employment over the last 15 years and is continuing to grow. Currently, we are proud to employ over 650 full-time staff across more than 25 states throughout the United States.

At Daisy Brand, we value longevity and aim to foster a working environment where employees can envision a long-term career. Companywide, the average employee tenure stands at over seven years. Our corporate office and sales team each boast an average tenure exceeding eleven years, while our manufacturing facilities also demonstrate strong employee retention with tenures averaging over seven years.

Daisy Brand offers an industry leading benefits package that includes:

• A no-deductible, $0 premium option for employee-only health coverage.
• 401(k) with 50% company match on first 8% of earnings you contribute.
• Safe harbor and profit-sharing company contributions to 401(k).
• Company paid short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Company paid 2X annual salary life and AD&D insurance.
• 4 weeks annual paid time off.
• Extra time off for volunteering.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Fitness membership reimbursement.
• And more

Daisy Brand is a nicotine-free company. Daisy Brand is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and disabled encouraged to apply.