Top 728 Scientist Jobs in Northbrook, Il

Senior Food Scientist, Bakery Product Development $5000 Sign on Bonus
Gonnella Frozen Products —Schaumburg, IL
- $100,000 - $125,000 a year
- Full-time
- Ability to climb stairs
- Master's degree
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Microbiologist III
SGS —Lincolnshire, IL
- $30 an hour
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Mentoring
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Machine Learning Scientist - AI Trainer
DataAnnotation —Chicago, IL
- $50 - $100 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- Computer Science
- Writing skills
- English
- Flexible schedule
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Climate Scientist - AI Trainer
DataAnnotation —Schaumburg, IL
- $50 - $100 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- Computer Science
- English
- Mid-level
- Flexible schedule
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Microbiologist II
SGS —Lincolnshire, IL
- $28 an hour
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Associate Scientist, Toxicology II
AbbVie —North Chicago, IL
- $58,656 - $110,500 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Senior Scientist II
Proteintech Group —Rosemont, IL
- $80,000 - $110,000 a year
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Business development
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)
Endeavor Health —Skokie, IL
- $30.46 - $45.69 an hour
- Full-time
- Acute care
- Bachelor's degree
- Organizational skills
- Free parking
- Wellness program
Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)
Endeavor Health —Highland Park, IL
- $30.46 - $45.69 an hour
- Full-time
- Acute care
- Mid-level
- Organizational skills
- Free parking
- Wellness program
Part-Time Product Evaluator / Sensory Panelist - Kraft Heinz Glenview
MMR Research —Glenview, IL
- $18 an hour
- Part-time
- No experience needed
- Computer skills
- Entry level
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Medical Laboratory Scientist 1
Rush University Medical Center —Chicago, IL
- $29.36 - $42.61 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- No experience needed
- Continuous improvement
- Associate's degree
11d
Research Analyst, Evidence-Based Medicine (EBM)
AAOS —Rosemont, IL
- $67,000 - $69,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- Office
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Manager, Clinical Research
American Academy of Dermatology —Rosemont, IL
- $79,521 - $96,562 a year
- Online Application
- 6 years
- Office
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Sr Drug Safety Scientist
Fresenius Kabi —Lake Zurich, IL
- $133,000 - $146,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- English
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
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Mentored Scientist
Shriners Hospitals for Children —Chicago, IL
- $84,676 - $127,004 a year
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Doctoral degree
- Word processing
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5d
Associate Scientist, I
AbbVie —North Chicago, IL
- $58,656 - $99,000 a year
- Full-time
- No experience needed
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
3d
Analytical Chemist II
Bell Flavors and Fragrances —Northbrook, IL
- $90,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Analysis skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Scientist I
Steris —Libertyville, IL
- $63,750 - $82,500 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Bachelor's degree
- Organizational skills
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Associate Scientist I/II, In Vitro Pharmacology
AbbVie —North Chicago, IL
- $58,656 - $99,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Master's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Scientist II, Clinical Bioanalysis
Astellas —Northbrook, IL
- $105,280 - $150,400 a year
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Senior Food Scientist, Bakery Product Development $5000 Sign on Bonus

Gonnella Frozen Products -
Schaumburg, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$100,000 - $125,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

Product development research management
Product design project leadership
Bakery experience
Research design
Laboratory experiment design
Stability testing
New product introduction engineering projects
Food processing plant experience
Design of experiments
Statistical analysis for research
Project management experience in manufacturing
Chemical scale-up projects
Food technology
Manufacturing facility experience
Driver's License
Sensory evaluation
Bachelor's degree
Technology transfer (scale-up process)
Food & beverage production
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Baked goods production
Cross-functional team management
Research & development
Manufacturing company experience
Cross-functional communication

Full Job Description

Sign-On Bonus: *$5,000 sign-on bonus (less applicable taxes), paid after 30 days of employment.

*A prorated repayment obligation may apply if employment is voluntarily terminated within 12 months of hire.

Senior Food Scientist, Bakery Product Development

The Senior Food Scientist will serve as a technical leader responsible for the formulation, development, optimization, and commercialization of innovative bakery products. This role leads product development projects from concept through commercialization, ensuring products meet customer expectations, quality standards, regulatory requirements, manufacturing capabilities, and business objectives. The Senior Food Scientist will apply advanced knowledge of bakery science, ingredient functionality, processing technologies, and manufacturing operations to develop new products, improve existing formulations, solve complex technical challenges, and support continuous improvement initiatives. This position requires strong project management experience, the ability to lead cross-functional teams, and a proven track record of successfully commercializing bakery products.

Job Duties

Lead the creation, ideation, formulation, development, validation, and commercialization of bakery products from bench-top through full-scale manufacturing.
Utilize specialized knowledge of food science, bakery science, ingredient functionality, formulation development, manufacturing processes, and commercialization to develop innovative products and optimize existing products.
Independently manage multiple product development and product improvement projects while meeting project objectives, timelines, and business goals.
Lead cross-functional project teams and act as the primary technical resource throughout the product development lifecycle.
Design, execute, and analyze experiments, pilot plant trials, manufacturing trials, sensory evaluations, shelf-life studies, and validation testing.
Evaluate ingredient functionality and identify opportunities to improve product quality, consistency, cost, and manufacturability.
Investigate product, process, and manufacturing challenges and implement effective corrective actions and long-term solutions.
Provide technical leadership and troubleshooting support for production-related quality and process issues.
Review and approve nutritional information, product specifications, formulations, and technical documentation.
Ensure all project documentation is completed accurately, thoroughly, and on schedule.
Collaborate with Food Safety & Quality, Operations, Sales, Marketing, Procurement, Compliance, and Supply Chain teams to support product development and commercialization activities.
Foster a culture of innovation by developing new product ideas, technologies, and formulation concepts.
Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, ingredients, equipment, and consumer insights.
Mentor junior scientists, technicians, and other R&D personnel as needed.
Support customer presentations, technical discussions, and product demonstrations.
Travel domestically and internationally as required.
Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety requirements.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of bakery ingredient functionality, dough systems, baking processes, and product development principles.
Demonstrated success leading product development projects from concept through commercialization.
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Excellent analytical, technical problem-solving, and troubleshooting abilities.
Experience conducting experimental design, statistical analysis, sensory evaluation, and shelf-life testing.
Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams in a collaborative environment.
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Proven record of innovation and successful product commercialization.
Ability to adapt in a fast-paced and evolving business environment.

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Bakery Science, Cereal Science, Food Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or a related scientific discipline required. Master's degree preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of product development experience within the food industry.
Minimum of 2 years of direct experience in the baking industry, including hands-on experience with bakery product development and commercialization.
Experience with fresh breads, rolls, sweet baked goods, cakes, pastries, frozen dough products, or related bakery applications preferred.
Proven experience working in a manufacturing environment and supporting scale-up and plant commercialization activities.
Valid driver's license required.

Physical Requirements & Working Environment

Must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Must be capable of lifting and moving up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Must be able to stand, walk, bend, reach, climb stairs, and work in laboratory, pilot plant, and manufacturing environments.
Work may involve exposure to varying temperatures, production equipment, moving machinery, and ingredients commonly found in bakery manufacturing facilities.
Travel may be required based on business needs.

Pay: $100,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

Please give a description of your experience with bread/bakery formulations, testing, optimization and development.

Work Location: In person

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