Food Scientist / R&D Specialist

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