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The average salary for a Food Scientist in U.S. is $88,350.

Annual Average Salary Information

Annual Average Salary: $88,350

$48,480$135,430

Hourly Pay Information

Hourly Average Salary: $42.48

$23.31$65.11

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

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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.


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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.

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