Research Technician - Integrated Resources, Inc
Glenview, IL 60025
About the Job
Job Title: Research Technician
Location: Glenview, IL
Duration: 3+ Months
Must Haves:
Job Description:
Food Technologist/ Laboratory Technician to aid in ingredient applications and functionality evaluations
Responsibilities:
Requirements:
Location: Glenview, IL
Duration: 3+ Months
Must Haves:
- Microbiology experience/background (Microbiology lab techniques knowledge)
- Great work ethic and enthusiasm
- Local worker (not offering relocation)
Job Description:
Food Technologist/ Laboratory Technician to aid in ingredient applications and functionality evaluations
Responsibilities:
- Aid in the development of new ingredient technology for Client's food and beverage products.
- Conduct bench top and pilot plant trials to optimize formulation and processes.
- Perform functional evaluations of new ingredients and record results.
- Perform sensory testing of prototypes and coordinate expert panel sensory tests.
- Perform shelf-life and stability evaluations.
- Coordinate team evaluations on a regular basis.
- Submit prototypes for analytical testing and compile results.
- Communicate with suppliers for ingredient requests and information.
- Write progress reports.
- Maintain and organize laboratory and supplies.
- Ensure laboratory safety.
Requirements:
- B.S. in Food Science or similar field and 2 min years’ experience.
- Ability to provide sensory descriptions of foods and beverages.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Good record-keeping and organization Ability to lift at least 40 pounds.
Source : Integrated Resources, Inc