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Red Boot Beverage —Des Moines, IA
- Extended hours
- Spanish
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
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Postdoctoral Research Associate – Organic Chemistry & Catalysis
Iowa State University —Ames, IA
- Full-time
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Iowa State University —Ames, IA
- Full-time
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Senior level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Postdoctoral Research Associate - Ames National Laboratory
Iowa State University —Ames, IA
- Full-time
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Senior level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Postdoctoral Research Associate in Printed Energetic Materials
Iowa State University —Ames, IA
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- Doctor of Philosophy
- US work authorization
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Postdoc Research Associate in Experimental Thermal/Fluids Sciences
Iowa State University —Ames, IA
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- Management
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Postdoc Research Associate – Veterinary Diagnostic Medicine and Epidemiology
Iowa State University —Ames, IA
- Full-time
- University
- Continuous improvement
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Associate Scientist

Red Boot Beverage
Des Moines, IA

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Laboratory experiment design
Microsoft Excel
Design of experiments
Schedule management
Driving
Productivity software
Research & development
Data analysis software

Full Job Description

Associate Scientist

On-site | Full-Time | U.S. Work Authorization Required

Position Summary
The Associate Scientist performs hands-on lab work, formulation testing, process optimization, and data analysis. The successful candidate will work cross-functionally to assist in the development, testing, and refinement of new products and processes, helping to drive innovation and ensure high standards of quality and performance.

Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation, and perform other duties as assigned.

Conduct laboratory experiments and pilot-scale trials following established protocols and safety procedures.
Support the development, optimization, and validation of formulations and processes.
Prepare and analyze prototypes using standard laboratory techniques and equipment.
Collect, interpret, and present experimental data clearly and accurately.
Maintain detailed documentation, including lab notebooks, data sheets, and reports.
Assist in troubleshooting formulation or process challenges.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as Quality, Operations, and Regulatory Affairs.
Maintain lab equipment and ensure a safe, clean, and organized working environment.
Contributes to the preparation of technical documents, reports, and presentations.
Keep current with relevant scientific literature, tools, and best practices.
Cultivate and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures and regulations; identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions; participate in safety meetings as required
Meet all GMP, SQF, and safety requirements; participate in food and safety meetings

Note: This job description is not exhaustive and may evolve over time.

Travel: This position requires up to 5% of travel to customers or conferences.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
1–3 years of hands-on experience in an R&D or laboratory setting, preferably within the food and beverage industry.
Familiarity with experimental design, data analysis, and lab techniques such as pH measurement or stability analysis.
Strong documentation skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently as well as in a team-oriented environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and basic data analysis tools.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work effectively both independently as well as in a team environment to attain personal, team and company goals
Well-organized and skilled in time management, prioritization, scheduling, and meeting deadlines

Qualifications

Experience with production environments
Exposure to regulatory guidelines and product development processes
Knowledge of ingredient functionality or analytical instrumentation
Understanding of quality systems, GMP, or HACCP principles
Bilingual (Spanish preferred)

Work Expectations

This is a regular, full-time position with assigned office hours located onsite.
The ability to be available for work daily and extended hours as necessary.
Work is performed in a warehouse environment, manufacturing plant and occasionally outside in what may be adverse weather conditions.
The work environment can involve exposure to heat, cold, humidity, moving machinery, extreme noise, visual strain, confined spaces, fumes, odors, dust mists, and gases.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen.
This position requires long periods sitting/driving a forklift, standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing and operating machinery.
The employee should be able to lift and/or move items up to up to 50+ pounds many times per day.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Why Join Red Boot Beverage

As an Associate Scientist, you will gain hands-on experience in beverage formulation, product development, process optimization, and pilot-scale testing while working closely with cross-functional teams. This role offers the opportunity to apply your scientific expertise, contribute to innovative products, and grow your career in a collaborative environment focused on quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Simple IRA
Simple IRA matching
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Note: We are not accepting third-party solicitations from recruiting firms.

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