FBIC Food Application Research Scientist (Food Science)

TL;DR

FBIC Food Application Research Scientist (Food Science): Conducting applied research to bridge food chemistry, processing innovations, and food technologies to support industry requests with an accent on experimental design and project coordination. Focus on translating scientific findings into commercial food applications and managing pilot-scale research activities.

Location: Onsite at hirify.global Vancouver Campus, Vancouver, BC, Canada

Salary: $6,949.92 - $9,992.50 CAD Monthly

Company

The Food and Beverage Innovation Centre (FBIC) at the University of British Columbia is an interdisciplinary hub focused on cutting-edge R&D for the food and beverage industry.

What you will do

• Oversee research activities, including design, execution, data collection, and final reporting.
• Develop and implement applied research methodologies to investigate food products, ingredients, and processing approaches.
• Explore opportunities for intellectual property development, patent applications, and technology transfer.
• Interpret research results to identify commercial applications and innovation trends.
• Supervise and mentor graduate and undergraduate students involved in research projects.
• Lead the negotiation of research contracts and collaborative projects with industry partners.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline.
• Minimum of three years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be able to work onsite at the hirify.global Vancouver Campus.
• Commitment to enhancing awareness and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Nice to have

• Specialization in Food Science, Food Chemistry, Food Engineering, or Food Analysis.
• Strong background in food formulation development and material characterization.
• Proficiency in designing experiments and analyzing complex data sets.
• Intermediate computer skills, including MS Office and statistical software.

Culture & Benefits

• Access to a new 8,250 square-foot facility equipped with industrial-scale R&D and packaging equipment.
• Collaborative interdisciplinary environment working with diverse experts in biochemistry and materials engineering.
• Engagement with the BC Food Hub Network and various industry leaders.
• One-year term appointment with the possibility of extension based on performance and operational needs.