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Food Scientist

GT'S Living Foods
Location
Los Angeles, CA - Vernon, CA
Posted
24 days ago
Department
R&D
Salary
$90,000 to $115,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Passionate about fermentation
  • 4-6 years of food science experience
  • Bachelor degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or related field
  • Experience in the Natural Food Industry
  • Strong understanding of microbial spoilage, lactic acid bacteria, and probiotic viability in refrigerated fermented products
  • Proficiency in design of experiments (DOE) and shelf-life modeling
Nice to have
  • Familiarity with natural and clean-label preservation systems (e.g., essential oils, protective cultures, bacteriocins)
  • Self-starter with strong project management abilities, capable of leading R&D initiatives independently
What the job really is

The Food Scientist at GT's Living Foods will focus on developing new products from concept to commercialization, including formula development and testing. This role involves working closely with various teams to ensure successful product development and scale-up, while also conducting research on fermentation processes and natural preservation techniques.

Benefits
  • Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
  • 401K with Matching
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Discounts on the amazing GT’s product line (available for pickup at headquarters only)
  • Corporate Discounts with our partners through LifeMart (concert & sporting event tickets, cell phone service, gifts, restaurants, hotels, childcare, and more!)
Things to weigh
  • Pay range is specified, but may vary based on experience
  • Role involves some overtime, which may affect work-life balance
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