Principal Food Scientist

2 weeks ago

Old Toronto, Canada Protein Report Full time

At New School Foods, our mission is to accelerate the transition to akinder, healthier, alt-protein-first food system. Using plant-basedingredients & our proprietary production technologies, we createzero-compromise seafood alternatives designed for the average consumer.Our healthy, whole-muscle, plant-based filets are made to look, cook,taste and flake just like fish. All with a lower carbon footprint, andwithout harming the ocean.

Through our focus on continuous R&D, we are building products that don’tjust make change easier, they make it rewarding. They say “there areplenty of fish in the sea” - come be a part of the New School team, andlet’s make sure it stays that way.

THE ROLE

We are adding an experienced, innovative, and motivated Principal FoodMaterials Scientist to lead our laboratory R&D activities. The PrincipalFood Materials Scientist will have significant responsibility andinfluence on the design of our food science R&D and product developmentplatform. Our ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of novelfood product design and development, with experience in productformulation, sensory analysis, chemistry, structure, food safety,flavor, color, analysis, processing, and preservation related to meatand/or alternative meat products.

In this role, you will work closely with a team of food scientists atour Toronto-based R&D lab & product development kitchen to develop andmodify the texture and flavor of our plant-based product. Demonstratedcapability should include the characterization and understanding ofprotein structure/function relationships, particularly in novel foodsystems.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Improve existing processes and formulations to enhance theorganoleptic properties, texture, nutritional profiles, and cookingprofile of our products, leveraging personal expertise, ideationwith team members, literature and IP research, experimentation,materials procurement etc.
  • Drive new product development from ideation to bench-top prototypesto pilot production to consumer use, ensuring compliance with foodsafety standards
  • Design and execute experiments, write SOPs & protocols for newprocedures, synthesize data and prepare results for review
  • Create and characterize hydrocolloid-starch-protein systems anddevelop an understanding of their macromolecular interactions
  • Lead collaborative interactions with a broad group of externalpartners including academic researchers, analytical serviceproviders, consultants, ingredient suppliers, equipmentmanufacturers, IP lawyers, and regulatory professionals.
  • Continuously search for and vet advanced technologies thatcomplement areas of strategic focus, and gather insight into newingredient technologies
  • Perform ingredient screening, carry out shelf-life experiments anddevelop well-defined test objectives for sensory experiments
  • Participate with scientists in the drafting of patents, scientificpapers, presentations
  • Provide training and experimental guidance for a small team ofscientists.
  • Maintain a laboratory notebook, upload data into online an knowledgemanagement system and present research findings in a succintwell-organized manner to the team
  • Maintain and operate a broad array of sample preparation andanalytical equipment (texture analyzer, colorimeter etc)
  • Provide general laboratory support, purchase equipment and supplies,maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including routinemaintenance & cleaning of equipment, utensils and work surfaces, andensure compliance with all safety policies and practices.

SKILLS & TRAITS

  • Embraces the mission and purpose of New School Foods
  • Excitement for working in a fast-paced environment, with highenergy, creativity, personal dedication, accountability andownership
  • Understands and thrives in an unstructured startup environment andis able to develop structure and process where required whilemaintaining flexibility and agility
  • Excellent time management, teamwork, and communication skills(verbal and written), with ability to manage multiple projects andpriorities
  • Demonstrated ability to build and lead a high performance team
  • Adaptable to evolving scientific and business priorities
  • Business acumen

EXPERIENCE

  • PhD in a scientific discipline (materials science, physics orbiophysics, chemistry, physical chemistry, biological or chemicalengineering, or a related field) with 5+ years of productdevelopment experience in a food and/or food ingredient company, ORM.S. with 7+ years of experience OR OR B.S. with 12+ years ofexperience
  • Experience in food product design, including formulation, ingredientfunctionality and interaction, sensory analysis, process design,product scale-up, plant testing and commercialization
  • Expertise in food texture development and emulsion formulation
  • Proven ability to leverage scientific insight towards thedevelopment of food processes and/or products
  • Hands-on experience characterizing and quantifying food ingredientssuch as proteins, fats, hydrocolloids, flavorants, colorants, andnutrients by developing unique analytical methods using chemistry,rheology, texture analysis, and other scientific means
  • Demonstrated knowledge of lab techniques and instrumentation asevidenced by experience with several specialized instruments
  • Knowledge of industry standard processing techniques and the abilityto research, design and implement disruptive technologies new to theindustry
  • Knowledgeable about the structure/function properties of proteins,starches, hydrocolloids, and how they function in food-relatedmaterials
  • Background in food industry standards of quality, food safety andUSDA/FDA regulations
  • Nice to haves but not required: Prior experimental researchexperience in a wet lab // Experience in meat product oralternative/plant based meat product formulation andcommercialization // Diverse experience with plant-based proteinalternatives preferred but not required

New School Foods offers highly competitive salaries and benefits, paidtime off, and more. This position is for our Toronto, Canada location.

Please note that New School Foods has a COVID-19 vaccination policy tosafeguard the health and well-being of our employees. All employees arerequired to be Fully Vaccinated as a condition of employment. At NewSchool Foods, we believe that the success of our mission requiresdiverse perspectives and backgrounds. We’re committed to creating aninclusive culture as we know that diverse teams build better productsand generate better ideas. We strongly encourage applications fromeveryone regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender,sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.

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