Applications Scientist

Applications Scientist

Applications Scientist II will lead formulation of confectionary applications within the Glanbia Flavors portfolio, with deep hands-on expertise in gummies. This role partners cross-functionally with Flavor Creation, Sensory & Consumer Science, Quality, Regulatory, and Operations to deliver best-in-class confectionary solutions across vitamin & mineral supplement applications, including gummy, chews, gels, and unique formats. The ideal candidate brings a strong grasp of standard confection formulation, fortification with functional ingredients in a confection base, and flavor/ingredient interactions to enable rapid prototyping, robust shelf-life, and efficient commercialization to support our customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow basic GMP, Procedures, GLP Safety, Lab Records
• Develop confections, with emphasis on gummies, bases for screening and showcasing flavors
• Modify application formulas and flavor systems based on feedback
• Supports accounts in developing cost-effective, stable flavor solutions
• Reduces formula costs, evaluates raw materials
• Generate paperwork for customer projects including but not limited to tasting sheets, nutrition facts panel, and batch sheets.
• Understand legal requirements for flavors and finished products
• Demonstrate sensory skills and flavor characteristics knowledge
• Independently complete projects and demos
• Communicate effectively with cross functionally and with sales
• Train & Mentor lab technicians
• Acts as technical liaison to the customer, including presentations & travel

Competencies

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including writing and presentation capabilities.
• Creative Thinking and Problem Solving, evaluates issues & options, proposing practical solutions to technical challenges.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and relationship‑building skills with the ability to support cross‑functional teams.
• Resourceful in locating information needed to complete projects, meeting the deadlines.
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in food science or related field
• Six years of experience in confectionary applications, including at least three years of hands-on gummy formulation experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint

About Glanbia

Glanbia is a better nutrition company with three divisions: Performance Nutrition, Health & Nutrition and Dairy Nutrition. Collectively and with our partners we offer an incredible breadth of expertise in nutrition. We employ a team of 5800 people, work with global food and beverage companies, and sell our award-winning and market-leading brands and ingredients in more than 100 countries worldwide At Glanbia, we celebrate diversity, because we know that our individual strengths make us stronger together. We welcome and encourage interest from a variety of candidates, we will give your application consideration, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. At Glanbia, our culture celebrates individuality, knowing that together we are more.