Materials Scientist

On Line Design, Inc. is currently assisting our client in Northern KY to find a Material Scientist for a direct hire role that has expertise in emulsions. Local candidates to the Greater Cincinnati / Northern KY area will only be considered. There is no relocation for this position. This is not a remote or Hybrid role. All work on site. Must be U.S. Authorized.

Job Title: Materials Scientist - Emulsification and Encapsulation Specialist with Probiotic expertise

Summary: We are seeking an innovative and results-driven Materials Scientist with a specialization in emulsification and encapsulation technologies to lead cutting-edge research and development. In this role, you will drive the development of new formulations and systems, optimizing product performance and commercialization. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to address technical challenges, enhance product functionality, and ensure the successful integration of new materials and processes. This is a highly collaborative position where your contributions will directly influence the evolution of products and processes in the food industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead R&D efforts to design and optimize emulsification, encapsulation, and carrier systems for product development, focusing on enhancing product stability, efficacy, and functionality.
• Drive innovation in active material dispersion, ensuring consistency and quality across formulations.
• Manage technical projects from concept to commercialization, ensuring project milestones are met and risks are mitigated.
• Communicate project progress and outcomes through clear, concise presentations and detailed technical reports to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the process application team to solve customer-specific challenges and improve product performance.
• Foster a culture of safety and quality by maintaining a compliant, well-organized lab environment and adhering to food safety standards in all development activities.
• Support ongoing technical projects under the supervision of the Principal Scientist or Head of R&D, contributing to long-term research goals.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Expertise in materials science with a focus on emulsions and encapsulation in relation to probiotics, supported by a minimum of 5 years’ R&D experience in a regulated industry.
• Proficiency in chemical and statistical analysis, with strong skills in computational modeling to drive formulation improvements.
• Demonstrated experience with analytical instrumentation, including particle size analyzers, rheometers, high-pressure homogenizers, scanning electron microscopes, and differential scanning calorimeters, HPLC and GC.
• Proven ability to solve complex technical problems, troubleshoot formulation challenges, and drive projects forward with minimal supervision.
• Strong understanding of ingredient functionality, food engineering principles, and food chemistry.
• Hands-on experience in analytical methods and a familiarity with sensory science and product testing.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to present technical findings and project updates to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Highly organized with a proven track record in project management, able to balance multiple priorities effectively.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Materials Science, Food Science, or a related field.
• Direct experience in emulsion and encapsulation technologies, with a demonstrated ability to translate R&D findings into commercial successes.
• Strong working knowledge of emulsifiers and carrier materials, with a portfolio of successful research projects or product developments.
• Experience with Probiotics

Online Design, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, physical or mental disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.