Job Description

/ Food Scientist

Location: Vista, CA

Step into a role where creativity meets science and your formulations help shape the next generation of functional mushroom innovations. As a Food Technologist with my client, you'll bring novel ideas to life, turning cutting-edge research into real-world products that elevate wellness and inspire global brands. This is a chance to directly influence how consumers experience powerful, science-backed ingredients.

Why You Should Apply

• Work at the forefront of functional mushroom innovation
• Collaborate with dynamic scientific, product, and commercial teams
• Lead formulation projects across diverse categories and applications
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package supporting health and wellbeing
• Competitive salary range: $85,000–$105,000 + 10% bonus
• Equity incentives considered

What You’ll Be Doing

• Develop functional mushroom ingredient prototypes and support new product development
• Design and execute experiments to validate stability and performance across applications
• Maintain accurate formulation records and regulatory-compliant data
• Present technical findings to internal and cross-functional teams
• Partner with external processors, suppliers, and co-manufacturers on commercialization
• Manage samples, ingredient sourcing, and detailed documentation

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Biology, Biochemistry, or related field
• Skilled formulator with experience across RTD, RTM, bars, confections, or personal care
• Strong communicator able to translate scientific concepts for varied audiences
• Knowledgeable in food safety, regulatory frameworks, and GMP environments
• Detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable managing multiple projects

How To Apply

We’d love to see your resume, but we don’t need it to have a conversation. Send us an email to ava@scientificsearch.com and tell me why you’re interested. Or, feel free to email your resume. Please include Job#19647 .

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