Role Overview
Early-stage Venture is hiring a mid-level Food Scientist / R&D Specialist. This is a full-time remote role, with the team based in Remote. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
We’re building a next-generation nutrition and functional food brand focused on clean-label, science-backed products.
We’re looking to work with a Food Scientist / R&D Specialist with experience in product formulation & scale.
Role: Food Scientist / R&D - Product Development
Full-time
Compensation: To be discussed, aligned with experience and role scope
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development of new products from concept to formulation, including functional foods, beverages, and nutritional products
- Translate product ideas into viable formulations, balancing taste, texture, nutrition, and clean-label requirements
- Experiment with ingredients, processes, and formats to create differentiated products
- Refine and optimize formulations for consistency, scalability, and cost efficiency
- Support scale-up from lab to pilot and commercial production
- Conduct shelf-life studies, stability testing, and ingredient compatibility assessments
- Collaborate with manufacturing partners to ensure product quality and consistency
What We’re Looking For:
- Background in Food Technology, Food Science, or related field
- Hands-on experience in formulation and product development
- Experience in taking products from concept to scale is strongly preferred
- Familiarity with functional ingredients (e.g., plant proteins, fibres, adaptogens, low-GI sweeteners)
- Experience with processing techniques such as extrusion, baking, or beverage formulation is a strong plus
- Understanding of clean-label requirements and regulatory considerations
What This Role Offers:
- Opportunity to build and launch new products in a high-growth category
- Exposure to the full product lifecycle, from concept to commercialization
- A chance to shape the core product portfolio of an emerging brand
If this aligns with your experience or interests, feel free to reach out or share your profile (portfolio preferred).
Pay: ₹600,000.00 - ₹800,000.00 per year
Application Question(s):
- Have you worked on product formulation or development in any capacity?
- Have you worked on food or beverage product formulation (not just documentation or quality control)?
- Have you had exposure to scaling a product from lab/pilot to production or working with manufacturers?
- Have you worked with functional ingredients?
Work Location: Remote
Application Deadline: 17/04/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Food Scientist / R&D Specialist position at Early-stage Venture?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Early-stage Venture. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Is the Food Scientist / R&D Specialist role at Early-stage Venture remote?
Yes. This is a remote role. The team is based in Remote, but the position itself does not require relocating to that office.
What does a Food Scientist / R&D Specialist at Early-stage Venture earn?
Early-stage Venture has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Food Scientist / R&D Specialist role at Early-stage Venture posted?
This role was posted on April 9, 2026 (67 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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