Top 56 Science Jobs in Topeka, Ks

Scientist (174960)
Colgate-Palmolive —Topeka, KS
- $88,500 - $105,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor of Science
- 3 years
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Profit sharing
- Paid parental leave
10d
Environmental Specialist
State of Kansas - Dept of Health & Environment —Shawnee County, KS
- $25.68 - $28.31 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Access
- Research
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
6d
Assistant Researcher
University of Kansas —Lawrence, KS
- From $50,000 a year
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Analysis skills
2d
Lab Technician
ICL Group —Lawrence, KS
- $24.04 - $26.44 an hour
- Computer literacy
- High school diploma or GED
- US work authorization
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
4d
Scientist I/Analytical Chemist
CRITITECH PARTICLE ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS —Lawrence, KS
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
Laboratory Analyst
Institute for Environmental Health, Inc. —Lawrence, KS
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
Research Data Scientist - AI Trainer
DataAnnotation —Topeka, KS
- $50 - $100 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- Computer Science
- Writing skills
- English
- Flexible schedule
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Senior Data Scientist - AI Trainer
DataAnnotation —Topeka, KS
- $50 - $100 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- Computer Science
- Writing skills
- English
- Flexible schedule
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Senior Data Scientist - AI Trainer
DataAnnotation —Kansas
- $50 - $100 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- Computer Science
- English
- 3 years
- Flexible schedule
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Medical Lab Scientist / MLS
The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus —Topeka, KS
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Associate's degree
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
8d
Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Laboratory Tech - Laboratory - FT - Night
Stormont-Vail HealthCare, Inc. —Topeka, KS
- Full-time
- Hospital
- Basic math
- Research
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3d
Geology Series
State of Kansas - Dept of Health & Environment —Shawnee County, KS
- $25.30 - $35.60 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Bachelor of Science
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Medical Lab Scientist or Technician / MLS or MLT
The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus —Topeka, KS
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Associate's degree
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Meteorologist
Nexstar Broadcasting —Topeka, KS
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- 5 years
- English
Principal Scientist - Fresh Food Product Development
Hill's Pet Nutrition —Topeka, KS
- $148,000 - $174,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Mentoring
- Profit sharing
- Paid parental leave
Basic Lab Support - Temporary
University of Kansas —Lawrence, KS
- $20 an hour
- Temporary
- High school diploma or GED
- University
- Entry level
9d
Laboratory Coordinator
University of Kansas —Lawrence, KS
- $50,000 - $55,000 a year
- Online Application
- Carpentry
- Management
- Mid-level
Assistant Researcher Senior
University of Kansas —Lawrence, KS
- $48,300 - $55,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- University
Laboratory Analyst – 12hr Rotating Shift
Institute for Environmental Health, Inc. —Lawrence, KS
- 8 hour shift
- Bachelor of Science
- Data analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
2d
Student Hourly Lab Assistant
University of Kansas —Lawrence, KS
- $15 an hour
- Online Application
- Laboratory experience
- Microsoft Office
- University

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Scientist (174960)

Colgate-Palmolive -
Topeka, KS

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Job Details

$88,500 - $105,000 a year
10 days ago

Benefits

Profit sharing
Paid parental leave
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Relocation assistance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Food and beverage product quality management
Project team coordination
Nutrition
Vendor relationship building
Research design
Stability testing
Operational analysis
Bachelor's degree in food science
Defect resolution root cause analysis
Bachelor's degree in animal science
Food Engineering
Bachelor of Science
Master's degree in animal science
Ingredient handling
Chemical scale-up projects
Supplier relationship improvement
3 years
Research project design
Nutrition
Master's degree in nutrition
Collaboration with product development teams
Research project technical leadership
Food Science
Sensory evaluation
Doctor of Philosophy
Proper food storage
Technology transfer (scale-up process)
Master of Science
Food & beverage production
Leading team collaboration initiatives

Full Job Description

Requisition ID 174960 - Posted 07/23/2026 - Research & Development - United States - Kansas - Topeka - Hill's Pet Nutrition - Travel - up to 10% of time - Hybrid

Relocation Assistance Offered Within Country
Job Number #174960 - Topeka, Kansas, United States

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!

Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.

Role Summary

Our Ingredient Technology team helps drive innovation across our portfolio and is dedicated to enhancing the bond between people and their pets. This team works to discover and implement ingredients that deliver cutting-edge technologies in our premium wet and dry pet food products. We take pride in our commitment to unparalleled quality, ensuring that our foods not only meet, but exceed the expectations of pet parents.

This Scientist position will be responsible for ingredient and formulation testing, champion cost-saving initiatives, drive ingredient reliability and sustainability discussions with internal and external partners, and lead critical troubleshooting efforts with our manufacturing plants. In addition, this position will be a key collaborator providing essential support to diverse cross-functional teams, including Global Technology, Procurement, Quality, Supply Chain, and Regulatory, and building strong partnerships with external suppliers.

Responsibilities

Support implementation of company’s technology goals by developing products from bench top to commercialization.
Partner with Net-Ops and Quality, to complete root-cause analysis of operational and/or product issues and implement optimal solutions, including alternate supplier qualifications.
Lead in technical and cross functional project teams.
fundamental food science and processing knowledge for optimum ingredient and finished product functionality and nutrition.
Transform nutrient standards of ingredients and formulations to meet finished product functional, regulatory, and cost standards.
Coordinate all documents that support the approval and maintenance of Hill’s ingredient portfolio.
Team with vendors and manufacturing to establish and update ingredient shelf life, storage, and handling.
Conduct biological and feeding tests to ensure product and ingredient acceptability with the pet.
Partner with process engineers and manufacturing for synergy in ingredient handling and conveyance within process development.
Validate alternate ingredient performance through coordination & interpretation of product evaluations including analytical, palatability, sensory, and stability testing.

Required qualifications:

BS or BA degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Food engineering, Animal Science, or related technical field.
Minimum 3 years of animal or food industry experience.

Preferred qualifications:

Working knowledge of nutritional science.
MS or PhD in Food Science, Nutrition, Food engineering, Animal Science, or related technical field.
Demonstrated understanding of thermal processing effects on ingredient functionality, product performance over shelf life, and product design implications of ingredient changes.
Demonstrated understanding of scaling ingredients and products from pilot to commercial production.
Experience in product design and development (Preferably sole source nutritional products in animal/human food industry)
Demonstrated ability to manage projects including design and execution of scientific experiments

Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $88,500.00 - $105,000.00 USD

Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.

Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.

Our Commitment to Inclusion
Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.

For additional Colgate terms and conditions, please click here.

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Senior Data Scientist - AI Trainer

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Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Laboratory Tech - Laboratory - FT - Night

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Principal Scientist - Fresh Food Product Development

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