Scientist II, Materials and Process Technology

You may know McCormick as a leader in herbs, spices, seasonings, and condiments – and we’re only getting started. At McCormick, we’re always looking for new people to bring their unique flavor to our team.

McCormick employees – all 14,000 of us across the world – are what makes this company a great place to work.

We are looking to hire a Scientist II, Materials and Process Technology immediately at our Technical Innovation Center in Hunt Valley, Maryland. 

What We Bring To The Table:

The best people deserve the best rewards. In addition to the benefits you’d expect from a global leader (401k, health insurance, paid time off, etc.) we also offer:

• Competitive compensation

• Career growth opportunities

• Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices

• We prioritize our communities and the planet we share. We are proud to be awarded as a Diversity Inc. Top 50 company for Diversity and have multiple Sustainability awards (ranking #22 in the World and #1 in Food Products)

• Wellbeing programs including Physical, Mental and Financial wellness

• Tuition assistance

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Under the supervision of a Principal Scientist/Engineer, the candidate will be responsible for working on technical projects as part of a team which will focus on global initiatives through all phases of product design and launch to create superior products, intellectual property, and competitive advantage for McCormick.  The candidate will plan and implement applied research in Materials Science and be expected to contribute to technical problem solving for internal and external customers. The candidate will aid in new product innovation, development, analytical characterization and scale-up. The candidate will also be expected to document results and communicate these results to the technical community and management.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leads the scientific work related to strategic technical projects and programs
• Leads the discovery of new ingredients and technologies to drive new product innovation.
• Provides technical guidance in the areas of food science, technology, and engineering
• Support new product commercialization and problem solving in manufacturing
• Manages intellectual property for all current projects
• Effectively present ideas, strategies, and achievements to functional teams and senior management

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BS Food Science or Food Chemistry, Food or Chemical Engineering, or closely related food discipline
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in R&D in the food industry in an any of the following areas:  flavor chemistry, extraction, and encapsulation; fermentation using microorganisms or enzymes to generate unique flavors; condiments/sauces with a strong background in carbohydrate/food chemistry
• Demonstrated problem-solving and trouble-shooting skills
• Familiarity with materials science, ingredient technology, food engineering, and food chemistry
• Hands on experience in analytical methods and familiarity with sensory science
• Thrives in a team environment and works effectively across different business functions
• Experience collaborating and communicating effectively across levels and functions
• Effective verbal and written communications
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Research focused Master’s Degree in any of the preferred food chemistry areas
• Experience in two or more of the following areas is a plus:
  • Experience in fermentation and its impact on the hydrolysis of food components and their effects on flavor and rheological properties
  • Experience in microbiological and/or enzymatic reactions to produce flavors to include extraction and isolation of the flavors
  • Experience in condiments, sauces, and dressings, including knowledge of testing the products physical properties and their impacts on shelf life
  • Rheological analysis of condiments and impacts of shear for long term stability
  • Experience in food powders, spices, and seasonings
• Statistical analysis of data to provide insights to solve technical problems

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McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.