Job Description
/ Food Scientist
Location: Vista, CA
Step into a role where creativity meets science and your formulations help shape the next generation of functional mushroom innovations. As a Food Technologist with my client, you'll bring novel ideas to life, turning cutting-edge research into real-world products that elevate wellness and inspire global brands. This is a chance to directly influence how consumers experience powerful, science-backed ingredients.
Why You Should Apply - Work at the forefront of functional mushroom innovation
- Collaborate with dynamic scientific, product, and commercial teams
- Lead formulation projects across diverse categories and applications
- Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package supporting health and wellbeing
- Competitive salary range: $85,000$105,000 + 10% bonus
- Equity incentives considered
What Youll Be Doing - Develop functional mushroom ingredient prototypes and support new product development
- Design and execute experiments to validate stability and performance across applications
- Maintain accurate formulation records and regulatory-compliant data
- Present technical findings to internal and cross-functional teams
- Partner with external processors, suppliers, and co-manufacturers on commercialization
- Manage samples, ingredient sourcing, and detailed documentation
About You - Bachelors degree in Food Science, Biology, Biochemistry, or related field
- Skilled formulator with experience across RTD, RTM, bars, confections, or personal care
- Strong communicator able to translate scientific concepts for varied audiences
- Knowledgeable in food safety, regulatory frameworks, and GMP environments
- Detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable managing multiple projects
How To Apply Wed love to see your resume, but we dont need it to have a conversation. Send us an email to
ava@scientificsearch.com and tell me why youre interested. Or, feel free to email your resume. Please include
Job#19647 .
Job Tags
Part time,