Lead Food Scientist

3 weeks ago

Toronto, Canada George Brown College Full time

**CLOSING**:June 2, 2023

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**Land**_ _**Acknowledgement**
- George Brown College is located on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and other Indigenous peoples who have lived here over time. We are grateful to share this land as treaty people who learn, work, and live in the community with each other._

**Equity Statement**_ _**

**GBC Vision**
- To be _a college renowned for its inclusion, excellence, relevance, impact, and leadership._

**Position Summary**:
The Lead Food Scientist at the Food Innovation and Research Studio (FIRSt) works with colleagues to assess feasibility of projects, and primarily develops, plans and conducts applied research projects. The Lead Food Scientist provides technical expertise for FIRSt's clients, with a specific focus on food chemistry, food processing, market research, prototype development and large-scale commercialization.

**Key responsibilities**:
- Gives technical expertise and consultative knowledge to proposals and projects in the areas of concept framework, ingredient functionality, analytical recommendations, sensory analysis and appropriate technology.
- Offers technical support within the research team relating to relevant equipment, Genesis® database, third party laboratory testing arrangements, and nutritional labelling.
- Teaches and mentors students relating to the scientific research approach; project design considerations; systematic research planning; report writing, client management; food science quality considerations; food safety principles.

**Educational and Experience Requirements**:

- Four-year degree or equivalent from a recognized post-secondary institution in Food Science.
- Minimum eight years hands-on formulation and product development experience in consumer-packaged goods (CPG), including hands-on experience working in food manufacturing pilot plants and facilities.
- Ability to perform and document plant scale trials / formulations and experience with food quality control / qualify assurance systems and knowledge of standard laboratory testing (pH, Titratable Acidity, Aw, Brix, viscosity, consistency and moisture).
- Hands on experience with pilot scale prototype development and experience over a broad range of food products is preferred.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and experience guiding others (i.e., mentoring and coaching).

**Skills and Attributes**:

- Self-starter with strong logístical and organizational skills; must be able to manage multiple projects with exceptional accuracy; good judgement and decision-making ability.
- Open to new ideas, innovative and work with high integrity and trust. Demonstrated creativity in work history and demonstrated ability to keep current in the field and learn new information quickly.
- Strong attention to detail, analytical and problem-solving skills including the ability to plan and forecast.
- Strong communication, collaboration, teamwork, and people skills.
- Effective ability to interact with others and deal with situations in ways that respect diverse backgrounds, experience, and styles.
- Ability to lift between 20 kg and 44 lbs (i.e., grocery shopping, bulk ingredients, small equipment, and appliances).

**Interview process may consist of a practical skills component.**

**Notes**:

- The College requires proof of degrees, credentials or equivalencies from accredited regional or federal post-secondary institutions and/or their international equivalents. Credentials may require validation at the time of interviews or offer.

**About Us**:
**George Brown College** prides itself on educating students through real-world learning, in the heart of Toronto. Our faculty and employees make this vision a reality, and we support them by making George Brown a **great place to work**. See why we are consistently ranked as one of **GTA’s top employers**.

**Why work here?**

George Brown College offers hybrid work opportunities, a competitive pension plan, generous holiday and vacation time, a tuition assistance program, discounted rates for employees taking Continuing Education courses, and an equitable work environment where everyone matters.

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