Associate Scientist - The Fountain Group

The Fountain Group is currently seeking an ­­­­­­­­Associate Scientist for a prominent client of ours. This position is located in ­­East Hanover, NJ. Details for the position are as follows:

Job Description:

• Working as part of a project team, you support the delivery of long-term research projects in line with the business and consumer needs.
• You plan and execute projects from hypothesis through experimental work to result interpretation, write recommendations and disseminate reports.
• With the support and guidance of a manager, you will develop and execute projects, effectively communicating their statuses and highlighting risks and issues.
• You will plan and lead bench-top experimental work plans and trials in accordance with good manufacturing practice.
• In addition, you will plan and conduct research activities including literature reviews, analytical and independently plan, lead and co-ordinate project-related activities.
• In this role, you will also maintain experimental workspaces and equipment to ensure compliance with food safety and quality policies and maintain quality standards system, safety, and standard operating procedures in accordance with good manufacturing process and HACCP and implement corrective measures when necessary.

Qualifications:

• BS
• CPG / Food Industry
• Analytical Skillset
• Understands why certain processes are being followed and how they fit into the overall picture (rather than just following orders).
• **INGREDIENT DEVELOPMENT HIGHLY PREFERRED**

Compensation: $24-28 per hour depending on experience