Scientist Analytical & Material Science

About Us

At Tate & Lyle we are unlocking the potential of science and innovation to create healthier tastier and more sustainable food and beverage solutions. Our Global Analytical & Material Science team provides the scientific insights and analytical expertise that enable product innovation ingredient development and business growth.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Scientist Analytical & Material Science to support research innovation and product development initiatives through analytical testing and material this role you will perform laboratory analyses contribute to method development and validation activities and collaborate with cross-functional teams to generate high-quality scientific data that supports project decision making.

This position is an excellent opportunity for an early-career scientist who is passionate about analytical chemistry material science and applying scientific principles to real-world product challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct routine analyses of ingredients and solutions assessing properties such as purity molecular weight viscosity and thermal transitions while adhering to all safety quality and regulatory guidelines.
• Working knowledge of analytical chemistry with focus on separation science compositional analysis and material science such as chromatography spectroscopy rheology spectrometry and microscopy.
• Assist in the development implementation optimization and validation of analytical methods to improve data quality accuracy and efficiency.
• Collaborate with R&D Innovation product development and other cross-functional teams to ensure analytical deliverables support project objectives and timelines.
• Maintain accurate experimental records and documentation to ensure data integrity traceability and compliance with company standards.
• Troubleshoot routine laboratory instruments and methods and escalate complex issues as appropriate.
• Support instrument qualification maintenance and acquisition activities when needed.
• Contribute to technical reports presentations and scientific summaries effectively communicating findings to internal stakeholders.
• Promote a safe organized and efficient laboratory environment.

Qualifications Required

• Masters degree in Analytical Chemistry Material Science Chemistry Food Science Chemical Engineering or a related scientific discipline with 03 years of relevant industry experience; or
• Bachelors degree in a relevant scientific discipline with 47 years of experience in the food pharmaceutical chemical or related industry.
• Knowledge of analytical chemistry principles and material characterization techniques.
• Experience with one or more analytical chemistry subdivisions such as chromatography spectroscopy microscopy rheology thermal analysis or mass spectrometry.
• Strong data analysis problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while seeking guidance when appropriate.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred

• Experience in food ingredient characterization and structure-function analysis.
• Familiarity with method validation statistical analysis and laboratory information management systems.
• Experience working in a regulated laboratory environment.

What Success Looks Like

• Delivers accurate reliable and timely analytical results.
• Demonstrates strong scientific rigor and attention to detail.
• Effectively collaborates across functions to support innovation and product development.
• Continuously develops technical expertise and contributes to improvements in analytical capabilities and laboratory practices.

What we can offer you

Tate & Lyle complies with all local/state regulations requiring salary range transparency. When determining final compensation we take into consideration: skillset job scope knowledge prior experience cost of living market data budget availability and other factors as permitted by law.

The salary range for this position is: $57000 - $85000.

In addition to competitive pay we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes but is not limited to:

• Medical Dental Vision coverages

• Paid time off package including vacation sick time and 16 weeks of paid parental leave

• 401K with company match

• Company paid life insurance

• Additional benefits at not cost to employee such as:Lifestyle Spending Account Identity Theft protection Employee Assistance Program telemedicine and more!

Tate & Lyle is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive.

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