Research & Development Assistant Scientist

Job Description :

Computech Corporation has over 25 years of experience providing contract, temporary, and direct-hire staffing services. We successfully work with public and private sector entities nationwide and offer staffing solutions for Information Technology (IT), Engineering, Medical, Professional, Finance, Administrative, Light industrial, Manufacturing, and other workforce needs.

Job Title: R&D Assistant Scientist

Location: Valhalla, NY

Schedule: 40hrs/Week

Duration: 6 + Months

DESCRIPTION OF JOB DUTIES:

Qualifications:

(Must include the Education/Professional Experience Required)

BS/MS Food Science & Technology / Food Chemistry or related field

• • 1-2 yrs of experience in the Food Industry or related area
• • Proven expertise in utilization of scientific method and critical thinking to drive robust research programs and deliver results
• • Understanding of food chemistry, carbohydrates, product formulation and development, ingredient technology, and food safety
• • Functional knowledge of analytical test methodologies and data interpretation
• • Ability to make significant technical scientific advances utilizing internal and/or external resources.
• • Detail-oriented individual with proven ability to independently lead multiple projects and work streams simultaneously, leveraging project management tools.
• • Self-starter with good oral and written communication and presentation skills, the ability to work with various personalities and work styles,
• • Have technical curiosity and the ability to work effectively in cross-functional and global teams.
• • Positive learner--highly creative individual with desire to gain and apply knowledge to new products/opportunities
• • Ability to travel when needed