Principal Chemist, Analytical Characterization and Texture Science (ACTS)
Ingredion is looking to hire a Principal Chemist to conduct research and development efforts for new and existing products. As part of the Analytical Characterization & Texture Science (ACTS) group, the Principal Chemist will deploy advanced analytical characterization to conduct laboratory activities and data analysis that aid in defining products, understanding structure-function relationships and enable effective product, process, and formulation development.
Core Responsibilities:
- Work with manager and the ACTS team towards the development and execution of a comprehensive strategy around olfaction-based characterization that articulates Ingredion’s Food Texture Science capabilities & value for our customer.
- Develop and implement advanced analytical instrumentation methodologies (LC/MS, GC/MS, Olfactory techniques, XRF etc.) towards deep structure-function understanding & gather unique insights.
- Identify and strengthen partnerships with external vendors and institutions to elevate Ingredion’s olfaction capabilities.
- Keeping up to date on advances in measurement systems through open sources.
- Writing reports and effectively communicating results to project teams and stakeholders.
- Promote strong collaboration with teams within and outside Analytical Characterization & Texture Science function to establish Ingredion as an externally recognized thought leader.
Qualified candidate will have:
- MS in analytical instrumentation related field (Materials Science, Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent) with 3 to 5+ years of analytical characterization experience, preferable in the food and beverage industry. PhD also considered.
- Specific technical knowledge & proficiency around characterization methods and instrumentation, preferably on food/pharma or adjacent industries.
- Demonstrated proficiency in design of experiments, data interpretation and analyses to offer non-obvious insights.
- Working knowledge of statistics and related analytical tools.
- Strong computer skills; working knowledge of MS Office and related software.
Required behaviors and skills:
- Demonstrated project management skills to manage, prioritize and provide direction on key customer and new product innovation projects.
- Exceptional skills gathering, documenting, and interpreting complex and ambiguous experimental data.
- Ability to embrace change and adapt to shifting priorities and changing customer and consumer needs.
- Familiarity with method validation and measurement system assessment.
- Strong critical analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
- Ability to effectively link together disparate ideas to propose novel approaches.
- Strong communication skills, both written and oral, including proven ability to write comprehensive technical reports and deliver technical presentations.
- Excellent planning and organizational skills, allowing the candidate to shift priorities appropriately and help others to operate with flexibility.
- High degree of energy, self-motivation, personal commitment, and ownership.
- Ability to interact constructively with colleagues from a wide variety of roles within the company and learn continuously and stay up to date with current science trends.
- Ability to offer ideas, think in new ways and have an ability to explore multiple possibilities for pursuing challenges.
- Ability to lead, inspire and communicate with confidence to senior levels of management.
Relocation Available: Yes, Within Country
Pay Range: $78,700.00-$104,966.67 Annual
This pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).
Incentive Compensation:
As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Ingredion Annual Incentive Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus.
Benefits:
Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with a competitive company match.
About Ingredion
Ingredion is a leading global, plant-based ingredients solutions company. We make sweeteners, starches, nutrition ingredients and biomaterials that are used by customers in everyday products from foods and beverages to paper and pharmaceuticals.
At Ingredion, we embrace possibilities and inspire each other to think big. Together, we are reimagining how we can make life better through our differentiated ingredients and innovative solutions.
We share an inspiring purpose — to make life better, for our colleagues, our customers, our communities, and the world. We belong to a culture of bold innovators, of people who believe that their skills, creativity, and passion can deliver solutions that can enhance people’s lives.
We create what's next, transforming our imagination into innovation.
Inclusion and Belonging
We have an inclusive and collaborative environment to build and grow a career in a multinational company. Here, everyone can be their authentic selves and be part of a community of talented and caring people, interacting with professionals around the world, made up of diverse backgrounds, cultures and industries. We are encouraged to think differently and innovate through collaboration and experimentation. We are constantly imagining new ways to bring value to our customers, through new ingredients, solutions, and ways of working.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
