Principal Scientist - Erlanger, KY

Principal Scientist - Erlanger, KY

MAIN FUNCTION:
This person will be a senior technical leader for volatile flavor analysis who decodes the most complex challenges in long term research, effectively provides analytical insight in short term flavor projects and strives in collaborative working and knowledge sharing within the organization.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK PERFORMED:

• Senior level role supporting CD&D, R&D and the broader business
• Will perform tasks such as:
  • Serve as project lead or individual contributor in global & local flavor projects
  • Volatile method development and analysis using GC-FID-MS, GCO, GC'GC-TOF-MS
  • Sample preparation (foods, beverages, flavors etc.)
  • Convert complex analytical, chemometric results into actionable communications
  • Maintenance and simple instrument repairs
  • Collaboration within the Global AFI team along with the NA team of flavorists.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• PhD or equivalent in Food science, chemistry or other related field with 10+ years of flavor experience
• Experience in the flavor industry is a must
• Meticulous work ethic, high intrinsic motivation, great communicator and collaborator

KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

• Passionate flavor analyst with strong understanding of business needs, team oriented, and possessing strong communication skills
• Effectively communicate to internal and external technical and non-technical audiences with ability to succinctly explain complex technical concepts to key stakeholders
• Results-oriented with the ability to manage, balance and prioritize multiple project initiatives to meet business objectives
• Advanced level use of analytical instrumentation, flavor analysis, sample preparation techniques and data analysis
• Strong background in flavors strongly preferred

Before applying for an exempt, non-exempt or hourly job opportunity, you are expected to initiate a discussion and share your intentions with your supervisor.  * If you’ve been in your current position for more than 18 months, supervisor approval is not required.  * If you’ve been in your current position for less than 18 months, verbal supervisor approval is required.  
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Hiring Manager- Steven Pickrahn   ​
Recruiter- Dana Richter

 

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The pay range for this position is expected to be between:

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.