R&D Scientist

At-a-Glance: Join an international food and beverage company as a contract R&D Scientist on-site. Position Type: Contract On-Site Candidates must be able to live within a 50-minute commute of the work location, including by residing with family in the area. Required: Experience in the food or beverage industry relevant to the role. M.S. in Nutrition, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, or related discipline. Demonstrable knowledge and following of good clinical practice (GCP) guidelines. 2+ years of hands-on experience in clinical research, including participant recruitment and data collection. Proactive work style, able to multitask, and flexible to work in a high-performance and ever-changing environment. Self-starter with good interpersonal communication skills and ability to work with various personalities and work styles. Flexibility and willingness to work during non-traditional hours (e.g., start time before 8:00 am) and weekends as needed, depending upon the research schedule. Preferred: Demonstrated interest in the food or beverage industry. Responsibilities: Assist with participant recruitment for hydration research in active females. Conduct medical screenings (e.g., body composition, body weight, height, blood pressure) to determine participant eligibility for entry into clinical research trials. Assist with laboratory operations, including preventative maintenance/calibration of laboratory equipment. Assist with the day-to-day execution of research projects including data collection, data entry, and writing of internal reports. If your background aligns with what we’re looking for, you may receive a call from Ava, our virtual recruiter, for a brief screening conversation. Ava will ask a few questions about your experience and interest in the opportunity. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hired by Matrix, Inc.