What does a Food Scientist earn?
Food Scientists earn around $88,350 per year in the U.S. on average. They work with clients to help develop and improve food products, ensure the safety and quality of food, and conduct research. Professionals in this field may choose to concentrate their efforts on particular areas, from food engineering to dairy science.
How to earn more as a Food Scientist
To become a food scientist, you will need a degree in food science, food engineering, or nutrition. Alternatively, you can opt for an apprenticeship route. To increase your earnings as a food scientist, you could specialise in areas such as food safety, developing food packaging, or molecular gastronomy. You could also pursue working for yourself as a food consultant or starting your own food testing laboratory.
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Process Authority, Research & Development Food Scientist in Pennsylvania
Process Authority, Research & Development Food Scientist
Job Category: Quality
Requisition Number: DIREC001362
Location: Northumberland, PA 17857, USA
At Furmano Foods, you join a value-driven company with a legacy built on fa ...Read more
Senior Food Scientist - Co-Manufacturing in Grand Rapids
Position: Senior Food Scientist - Co-Manufacturing
Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Position Title: Sr Food Scientist
Reports to: Director of R&D
About Us
Founded in 1923 and headquartered in Grand Rapids, ...Read more
Associate Food Scientist in Omaha
Reporting to the Senior Principal Development Scientist, you will be an essential contributor to product development and innovation for our Foodservice team. You will help develop new products and improve existing offerings for Foodservice customers, bringing together food science knowledge, c ...Read more
Senior Food Scientist in Missouri
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Senior Food Scientist - Missouri (On Site, Full Time). We are partnering with a global manufacturer of food ingredients based in the Midwest. The company supplies innovative ingredient solutions to customers around the world and has built a strong reputation for quality, techn ...Read more
Senior Food Scientist in New York
What We Stand For and Where You’ll Come In
The Senior Food Scientist will report directly to the Director, Food Science. This role leads product development initiatives and establishes operational objectives across the food science function. The Senior Food Scientist will ...Read more
Food Scientist: From Concept to Commercialization in Chicago
Conagra Brands in Chicago, IL is seeking a entry-level Food Scientist to develop new products from concept through commercialization. You will plan plant trials, run experiments, record results and support scale-up under supervision.
Qualified candidates hold a BS in Food Science (MS prefer ...Read more
Associate Food Scientist - Chicago in Chicago
Job Summary:
Under direct supervision, researches, conducts experiments, gathers data, develops preliminary findings and prepares written reports for the development of new products beginning at conception through successful commercialization. Follows established protocols and w ...Read more
Senior Food Scientist in California
We Don’t Just Pick Good People, We Grow Them
When it comes to joining the Monterey Mushrooms ® team, what you know about mushrooms matters a lot less than what you’re made of. Mushroom growing is unique, even within the diverse produce industry.
From coast to coast ...Read more
Senior Food Scientist, Snacks & Bakery Innovation in New Jersey
Ingredion Incorporated in Bridgewater, NJ is seeking a Senior Food Scientist, Snacks & Bakery PD and Food Design to drive breakthrough innovations. You will lead experiments, translate customer needs into formulations, and collaborate with Marketing, Technical Service, and global teams to create ...Read more
Senior Food Scientist – Mushroom Ingredient Innovation in California
Monterey Mushrooms, Inc. is seeking a Senior Food Scientist to join our R&D team in Royal Oaks, CA. You will drive sensory evaluation, standardize sensory protocols, and ensure product quality across mushroom ingredients and extracts.
The ideal candidate has a strong background in food chem ...Read more