Associate Scientist - R&D

Since 1869, we've connected people through food they love. We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Cape Cod, Chunky, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pacific Foods, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Pace, Rao’s Homemade, Snack Factory, Snyder’s of Hanover. Swanson, and V8. 

Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.

Why Campbell’s…

• Benefits begin on day one and include medical, dental, short and long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance (for individual, families, and domestic partners).
• Employees are eligible for our matching 401(k) plan and can enroll on the first day of employment with immediate vesting.
• Campbell’s offers unlimited sick time along with paid time off and holiday pay.
• If in WHQ – free access to the fitness center. Access to on-site day care (operated by Bright Horizons) and company store.
• Giving back to the communities where our employees work and live is very important to Campbell’s.   Our “Campbell’s Cares” program matches employee donations and/or volunteer activity up to $1,500 annually.
• Campbell’s has a variety of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support employees.

How You Will Make History Here…

The Associate Scientist will be responsible for the coordination and execution of product development and commercialization for Beverage and other shelf-stable product initiatives, including new platform and line extension innovation, cost optimization, ingredient testing and application, and quality improvements.

You will bring a practical application and understanding of food ingredient and technology principles, and the identification and innovative creation of new and unique products that are instrumental in creating food our consumers love, while achieving business goals by ensuring that objectives, product design, and timelines are met. You will lead benchtop, pilot plant, and plant trials to test and create prototypes throughout the product development and commercialization process.

The Associate Scientist possesses and demonstrates a passion for food innovation, understanding of the connection between consumer insights and food product design, ingredient functionality, product and package interaction, low pH shelf-stable foods, hot fill and hold process technology, design of experiments, and highly effective communication. You will provide technical leadership in the execution of new products and processes in an environment that fosters innovation and calculated risk-taking.

What You Will Do…

• Lead the identification, assessment, and validation of formulations from benchtop through commercialization.
• Ensure all proper documentation is recorded accurately and project milestones are on schedule.
• Conduct and lead assessment and capability studies, product startups/commercialization, and provide on-site support to Plant Operations and Quality Assurance for new products, productivity, and quality programs.
• Foster an innovation culture by continually introducing consumer-centric ideas and product concepts for new products, quality improvements, and productivity.
• Conduct and lead prototype assessments with cross-functional project teams on an ongoing basis.
• Capture feedback and clearly communicate findings and next steps to internal and external stakeholders.
• Interact and communicate effectively with Senior Management as well as Plant Management.
• Apply problem-solving skills with the ability to identify, interpret, and analyze the correct data and provide detailed direction to development projects.
• Handle multiple projects concurrently and prioritize them based on business objectives and timelines with manager’s guidance.
• Sustain a high level of competence and professionalism in a dynamic business environment.
• Demonstrate flexibility and the ability to react rapidly to changes in direction.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills to work with a team in achieving the targeted results.

Who You Will Work With…

• Partner with the cross-functional team, including Marketing, Sensory, Operations/Supply Chain, Engineering, Manufacturing, QA, Regulatory, Process Development, and Package Development.
• Work externally with vendors, co-manufacturers, and lab services.
• Interact and communicate effectively with Senior Management and Plant Management.
• Provide on-site support to Plant Operations and Quality Assurance.
• Report to the Senior Scientist, R&D.

What You Bring to the Table… (Must Have)

• Bachelor of Science in Food Science or related field with product development emphasis.
• 0 – 2 years of related experience. Relevant internships or Co-Op programs will be counted toward the experience requirement.

It Would be Great if You Have… (Nice to Have)

• Consumer packaged goods background.
• 1+ years of related experience with a preferred consumer packaged goods background. Relevant internships or Co-Op programs will be counted toward the experience requirement.
• Excellent analytical skills, strong attention to detail, good communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for food science, product development, ingredient technology, and consumers as it relates to innovation for new products, line extensions, and productivity opportunities.
• Ability to determine, with guidance, the root cause of a problem and execute effective solutions.
• Ability to work with support groups and function effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to let your voice shine and be an active participant in the product development process, unafraid to share your findings publicly and ask questions on “why” and “how.”
• Pride in Campbell’s iconic brands and products.
• Self-starter, able to work independently with a high degree of accuracy in experiments and lab records.
• Ability to multi-task and work comfortably in a high-pressure environment.
  

Working Conditions:

• Ability to travel up to 25%, which may include World Headquarters (WHQ) Office, Research Kitchen, Pilot Plant, and Manufacturing Plants (Campbell Soup Company (CSC), co-manufacturers, and vendors).
• Ability to work in a thermal production environment with exposure to heat and hot food products, coolers, and freezers, requiring the use of personal protective equipment.
• Ability to walk/stand at times for up to ¾ of the workday.
• Physical ability to handle weights of up to approximately thirty pounds.
• Ability to handle allergens, including dairy, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, wheat, eggs, and other food ingredient chemicals and allergens while wearing appropriate PPE.
• Willingness and ability to taste and evaluate a wide range of food products and ingredients.

Compensation and Benefits:

The target base salary range for this full-time, salaried position is between 

$61,200-$84,200

Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.