Food Science Jobs at Cargill, US
Cargill is seeking a Food Scientist to join its Research & Development team in Wichita, Kansas. The Food Science Jobs at Cargill are designed for food science professionals passionate about new product development, process innovation, and customer-focused solutions. The Food Scientist will play a key role in expanding product lines, developing new technologies, and translating market insights into commercially successful food products.
Job Details:
- Job Title: Food Scientist
- Job ID: 319551
- Location: Wichita, Kansas, United States
- Category: Research & Development
- Job Type: Salaried, Full-Time
- Travel Requirement: Up to 30%
About the Company:
Cargill is a family-owned global organization providing food, agricultural, financial, and industrial solutions to nourish the world safely, responsibly, and sustainably. Positioned at the heart of the worldwide supply chain, Cargill partners with producers and customers to deliver essential products that help communities thrive. Its Food Enterprise portfolio spans poultry, beef, egg products, alternative proteins, oils, starches, sweeteners, cocoa, and chocolate—driving innovation across the food industry.
Educational Requirements for the Food Scientist Position:
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Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience (required)
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Bachelor’s degree preferred in:
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Meat Science
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Animal Science
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Master’s degree or other post-secondary qualification (preferred)
Key Responsibilities of the Food Scientist:
- Identify product growth opportunities and support new product development initiatives
- Analyze and interpret market trends and data to drive innovation strategies
- Stay current with scientific literature and analytical advancements
- Provide technical leadership in product formulation, process development, quality systems, and regulatory oversight
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including marketing, sales, operations, food safety, quality, and regulatory
- Translate customer needs into commercially viable product concepts
- Develop short- and long-term testing programs for experimental and commercial products
- Independently resolve moderately complex technical challenges while escalating critical issues when needed
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and assigned R&D projects
Skills Required for the Food Scientist Role:
- Strong foundation in food science, product development, and ingredient functionality
- Experience with cooked protein formulation, sensory evaluation, and product commercialization
- Knowledge of experimental design, statistical modeling, and data interpretation
- Strategic thinking and project planning skills
- Ability to work in manufacturing and cold environment settings
- Tech-savvy with comfort in adopting evolving business technologies
- Effective collaboration in matrixed, cross-functional teams
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Benefits of the Food Science Jobs:
- Competitive salary range of $75,000 – $100,000, based on experience and location
- Eligibility for discretionary incentive awards
- Opportunity to work with a global food and agriculture leader
- Hands-on involvement in innovation-driven R&D projects
- Career growth within Cargill’s diverse food enterprise
- Inclusive workplace as an Equal Opportunity Employer (Disability/Veteran friendly)
- Meaningful work contributing to sustainable and responsible food solutions
