Research Associate
Seeking to hire a Research Associate for a contract opportunity in Chicago
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Effectively organizes work, sets priorities, determines resource requirements, establishes the necessary sequence of activities needed to achieve goals
- Conducts a range of tests to measure the functionality of protein ingredients, including but not limited to solubility, emulsification, foaming, and gelation properties
- Performs tests and analyses on yogurt samples to assess physical properties and stability
- Manage inventory of laboratory supplies, reagents, and materials, ensuring that stock levels are maintained, and orders are placed when necessary
- Ensure compliance with laboratory safety protocols and quality assurance standards
Other Details:
- Schedule: 8 am-5 pm
- Location: Chicago
- Duration: 6 months+
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Chemistry, or a related field
- Previous experience in a laboratory or production environment, preferably in the field of food ingredient development
- Familiarity with food ingredients and techniques for assessing ingredient functionality
- Strong understanding of laboratory techniques, equipment operation, and data analysis.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret and communicate test results effectively
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to maintaining high standards of accuracy and quality in all aspects of work
- Strong communication skills and the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment