Job Title: Food Scientist

Job Description

This role is primarily focused on the Research and Development (R&D) Food Science department and will serve as a shared resource across multiple groups. You will work on various ingredient types, such as sugars and sweeteners, applicable across multiple brands, and identify new flavor trends. Your role will involve managing multiple projects, ensuring compliance, and driving product development, significantly impacting product quality and market success.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and development in food science focusing on ingredient types such as sugars and sweeteners.
• Identify and analyze new flavor trends applicable across various brands.
• Manage multiple projects, ensuring they comply with industry standards and regulations.
• Drive product development to enhance product quality and ensure market success.
• Utilize formulation experience to create and improve product prototypes.
• Perform bench work and conduct trials in pilot plants.
• Collaborate with different teams to share resources and information effectively.
• Analyze data to make informed decisions and present findings to stakeholders.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in food science, preferably with prior experience in biscuits or chocolate.
• Experience in formulations and R&D, particularly in making prototypes and conducting pilot plant trials.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in data analysis and presentation skills.
• Excellent communication and people skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Strong technical foundation with a high level of technical curiosity.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and manage complexity effectively.
• No travel restrictions.

Work Environment

Work hours are from 8 AM to 5 PM, with flexibility required when running trials. The work environment is a combination of office tasks and hands-on activities in pilot plants and factories. You will work both independently and as part of a team, emphasizing quality and safety. Strong communication and coordination with various stakeholders are essential. Flexible work hours allow for remote work on Mondays and Fridays, with onsite work from Tuesday to Thursday. Enjoy free lunch and coffee, and collaborate with experienced colleagues in a dynamic setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of East Hanover, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in East Hanover,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 11, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.