• Food Scientist

    Actalent (St. Louis, MO)


    Job Title: Food ScientistJob Description

     

    We are seeking a dedicated Food Scientist to join our Research and Development team. The successful candidate will be responsible for new product development, creating and testing product samples, and evaluating ingredients. You will also prepare correspondence and manage quality assurance and technical service duties.

    Responsibilities

    + Conduct new product development, including preparing product samples in the lab for sauces, condiments, and other products.

    + Revise product formulas and conduct lab analyses on samples, including pH and NaCl levels.

    + Prepare documents for quality assurance and regulatory purposes.

    + Set up sample sensory evaluation tests and prepare samples for shipment to laboratories for analysis.

    + Attend on-site test productions at factories.

    + Search for and evaluate new ingredients, procure samples and necessary documentation, and maintain a filing system for new ingredients.

    + Maintain and replenish ingredient stock as needed.

    + Receive Certificates of Analysis (COAs) from manufacturing facilities and evaluate retain samples.

    + Organize and maintain product retain samples and the storage room.

    + Communicate effectively with factories and third-party laboratories.

    Essential Skills

    + Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Biology, or Food Engineering.

    + Proficiency in operating various analytical equipment such as lab scales, salt titrators, pH meters, refractometers, viscometers, Aw meters, and moisture analyzers.

    + Skill in using benchtop cooking kettles, beakers, flasks, pipets, graduated cylinders, thermometers, and stirrers.

    + Ability to lift and move samples and ingredients.

    + Strong mathematical skills, including the ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, proportions, and percentages.

    + Ability to review technical documents and drawings.

    + Strong communication skills, including the ability to write detailed reports.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience in food science or related fields.

    + Knowledge of blending techniques.

    Work Environment

    The work environment is dynamic and involves the use of various lab equipment and ingredients. The role requires physical activity, including lifting and moving samples. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with factories and third-party laboratories, ensuring a thorough understanding of technical documents and procedures.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Saint Louis, Missouri.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $30.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Saint Louis,MO.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.