Sr. Associate, R&D

Job Description Hybrid ideally based out of Boulder, CO or Hoboken, NJ. The Sr. Associate, Research and Development provides support in business continuity, cost savings and new product development projects. The role focuses on Meal Prep categories to diversify the company’s product offering and ensure business continuity. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Attends weekly cross functional team meetings with R&D, marketing personnel, and others to discuss projects and associated timelines, goals, and objectives. Partners with Procurement, Operations, and vendors to coordinate plant trial and production processes. Attends live plant trials, startups, and other travel as requested. Performs bench work to produce prototypes of new products. Gathers and reviews documentation for certifying body approval (organic, kosher), NLEA and other regulatory requirements. Collaborates with Quality to ensure food safety, SQF and HACCP program requirements are met and to provide product specifications and other related information to populate the technical database. Participates in sensory panels. Monitors ingredients and packaging components to identify potential cost savings measures. Learns the various manufacturing equipment capabilities associated with the processes for which products are developed. Maintains ongoing research and knowledge of technical service developments inclusive of potential opportunities or products and current developments. Assists with other projects, as needed. Qualifications Required Bachelor’s Degree or higher in food science, food process engineering or appropriate biological sciences. Minimum 1-3 years of experience with bench product development. Preferred Preferred knowledge of the Consumer Packaged Goods industry. Knowledge of organic regulations or natural foods a plus. Experience with sensory a plus. Competencies and Proficiency Requirements Excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritize multiple projects and strong attention to detail. Computer skills including MS Office programs such as Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate (verbal/writing) effectively. Self‑motivated / self‑starter and strong analytical / problem solving skills. Ability to collaborate at all levels of the organization and across other functional areas. Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality. Scope Financial/Budgetary Responsibility: [Detail any financial or budgetary responsibilities associated with the role.] Team Size: no direct reports. Conditions Of Role Travel Requirements: 10 - 20% travel to internal facilities, co‑manufacturing plants, suppliers, customers, trade shows. Physical Conditions: Hybrid, with weekly office presence and occasional travel. Work Environment: Hybrid to Hoboken NJ or Boulder CO. Compensation and Benefits $69,000 - $80,100 (commensurate with experience and location). Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Coverage. Flexible spending accounts. Disability coverage. Life insurance. Critical illness and accident insurance. Legal and identity protection insurance. Pet insurance. Employee assistance program. Commuter benefits. Tuition assistance. Adoption assistance. 401(k). PTO. Parental Leave. Hain Celestial is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. The Company does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, expression, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need accommodations for any part of the employment process because of a disability, please send an e‑mail to View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io to let us know the nature of your request. EEO/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disabled. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Hain Celestial Group