Food Scientist Jobs in New York
Food Scientist jobs in New York draw consistent demand across the food and beverage manufacturing, consumer packaged goods, and flavor development sectors, with openings at every level from entry-level lab technicians through senior research and development scientists. The heaviest hiring is concentrated in New York City, the Hudson Valley, and Long Island, where established companies like PepsiCo, Unilever, and Givaudan maintain significant research and commercial operations. The most sought-after specialties in the state are product formulation, food safety and quality assurance, and sensory science. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The position of Senior Food Scientist – Technical Solution is responsible for supporting technical aspects related to supporting customers in successful launch of their product through our facility. This includes leading projects, creating new product formulas, managing pilot plant activities, working out technical challenges and providing formulation/technical support. The position requires a proactive, self-starter who is able to work independently with good decision-making skills while coordinating all information required to create and maintain the existing Steuben programs. This job also requires a team player with high standards of excellence and attention to detail.
Education/Prerequisites Requirements:
- M.S. in Food Science or Food Related Discipline
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in ingredients research at a food or beverage company
- Strong knowledge & experience with food chemistry, rheology and processing
- Dairy formulation experience
- Plant based product formulation experience
- Knowledge of flavor and ingredient functionality and usage
- Understanding of complex food matrices
- Strong understanding of UHT processing
- Excellent Planning & Organizing Skills
- Ability to adapt to situations and responsibilities within an ever-growing business
- Familiarity with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Gantt Chart and PLM Stage Gate processes
- Good Understanding of Food Safety
- Analytical, detailed oriented individual
- Ability to work with minimum supervision
Equipment/Training Knowledge:
- Expertise in designing food/beverage formulations
- Experience running Pilot Plant scale equipment
- Member of the IFT
- Any Industry certifications
- Strong computer program(s) knowledge
- Working knowledge for standard lab equipment
- Experience working within Food Formulation & Labeling Software
Work Specifications – Responsibilities:
- Primarily responsible for working with R&D and Quality in evaluating root cause for product stability in terms of product formulation and processing.
- Responsible for technical support to Steuben Foods co-manufacturing partners
- Key stake holder to successfully manage his/her projects to completion
- Provide formulation support to 3rd party customers as needed
- Attend plant trials as needed
- Keep detailed accurate records
- Operate pilot plant equipment if/when needed
- Create reports for R&D/Ownership as needed
- Attend R&D and other key meetings as a technical support role
- Stay up to date on Regulatory Affairs and changes in the Food and Beverage labeling sectors
- Work closely with Quality Compliance to help support SQF and FSMA initiatives
- Work closely with Quality Control to help support internal Quality Programs and help create new Quality Programs
- Work closely with Production to understand the equipment (processing, filling and blending) to help facilitate scale up of new and existing products
- Help Facilitate improvements to resource infrastructure
- Work in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and PLM Stage Gate programs
- Work Closely with Purchasing/Procurement to ensure supply of new formulation ingredients
Schedule:
- Monday – Friday
- Extended schedule on major projects, as necessary
- Availability by phone
- Some travel required to attend trade shows and to support Business Development as needed
Salary Range:
$120,000 - $150,000
Steuben Foods is committed to equal employment opportunity. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
About The Job
The position of Senior Food Scientist – Technical Solution is responsible for supporting technical aspects related to supporting customers in successful launch of their product through our facility. This includes leading projects, creating new product formulas, managing pilot plant activities, working out technical challenges and providing formulation/technical support. The position requires a proactive, self-starter who is able to work independently with good decision-making skills while coordinating all information required to create and maintain the existing Steuben programs. This job also requires a team player with high standards of excellence and attention to detail.
Education/Prerequisites Requirements:
- M.S. in Food Science or Food Related Discipline
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in ingredients research at a food or beverage company
- Strong knowledge & experience with food chemistry, rheology and processing
- Dairy formulation experience
- Plant based product formulation experience
- Knowledge of flavor and ingredient functionality and usage
- Understanding of complex food matrices
- Strong understanding of UHT processing
- Excellent Planning & Organizing Skills
- Ability to adapt to situations and responsibilities within an ever-growing business
- Familiarity with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Gantt Chart and PLM Stage Gate processes
- Good Understanding of Food Safety
- Analytical, detailed oriented individual
- Ability to work with minimum supervision
Equipment/Training Knowledge:
- Expertise in designing food/beverage formulations
- Experience running Pilot Plant scale equipment
- Member of the IFT
- Any Industry certifications
- Strong computer program(s) knowledge
- Working knowledge for standard lab equipment
- Experience working within Food Formulation & Labeling Software
Work Specifications – Responsibilities:
- Primarily responsible for working with R&D and Quality in evaluating root cause for product stability in terms of product formulation and processing.
- Responsible for technical support to Steuben Foods co-manufacturing partners
- Key stake holder to successfully manage his/her projects to completion
- Provide formulation support to 3rd party customers as needed
- Attend plant trials as needed
- Keep detailed accurate records
- Operate pilot plant equipment if/when needed
- Create reports for R&D/Ownership as needed
- Attend R&D and other key meetings as a technical support role
- Stay up to date on Regulatory Affairs and changes in the Food and Beverage labeling sectors
- Work closely with Quality Compliance to help support SQF and FSMA initiatives
- Work closely with Quality Control to help support internal Quality Programs and help create new Quality Programs
- Work closely with Production to understand the equipment (processing, filling and blending) to help facilitate scale up of new and existing products
- Help Facilitate improvements to resource infrastructure
- Work in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and PLM Stage Gate programs
- Work Closely with Purchasing/Procurement to ensure supply of new formulation ingredients
Schedule:
- Monday – Friday
- Extended schedule on major projects, as necessary
- Availability by phone
- Some travel required to attend trade shows and to support Business Development as needed
Salary Range:
$120,000 - $150,000
Steuben Foods is committed to equal employment opportunity. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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Who's Hiring
- Steuben Foods4
- PepsiCo1
Top Industries Hiring
- Food & Beverage5
- Manufacturing2
What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in food scientist jobs across New York.
- Bachelor's degree or higher in food science, food technology, or a closely related field
- Hands-on experience with food formulation, product development, or quality assurance in a manufacturing environment
- Working knowledge of HACCP, FDA food safety regulations, and Good Manufacturing Practices
- Proficiency with sensory evaluation methods and consumer-panel test protocols
- Experience with nutritional labeling compliance and ingredient regulatory review under FDA guidelines
- Familiarity with statistical analysis tools and laboratory information management systems used in food R&D
Food Scientist Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a food scientist in New York?
New York does not require a state-issued license to work as a food scientist, so the path begins with earning a bachelor's degree in food science, food technology, nutrition, or chemistry from an accredited program. Many New York employers, particularly those in manufacturing and consumer packaged goods, prefer candidates who have completed an internship or co-op in a regulated production environment. Earning the Institute of Food Technologists Certified Food Scientist credential strengthens a candidacy considerably for roles in the state's competitive R&D market.
How much do food scientists make in New York?
Food scientists in New York earn a median of about $94,070 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $58,740 for the lowest 10% to over $137,570 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire food scientists in New York?
Employers hiring food scientists in New York right now include Steuben Foods, Steuben Foods, and PepsiCo, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New York's strong concentration of consumer packaged goods headquarters and global flavor and ingredient companies means openings appear across both large multinationals and specialized mid-size manufacturers throughout the state.
Which New York cities have the most food scientist jobs?
The cities with the most food scientist openings in New York are Elma and Valhalla. New York City leads because it anchors the headquarters and innovation centers of major food and beverage brands, while the Hudson Valley and Long Island suburbs host production facilities and R&D campuses for ingredient suppliers and contract manufacturers that generate steady technical hiring.
Are there remote food scientist jobs in New York?
Yes, but they're rare. Food science is fundamentally a hands-on discipline, with most roles requiring access to lab equipment, pilot plants, or production lines. About 0% of food scientist openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and the positions most likely to carry that flexibility are regulatory affairs, technical writing, and applications support roles rather than core formulation or quality work.
How can I get hired as a food scientist in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a quality assurance technician or lab technician role at a New York food manufacturer, which provides hands-on regulatory and production exposure without requiring prior industry experience. Companies like PepsiCo and Unilever run structured internship and new-graduate rotational programs at their New York facilities. Candidates from adjacent roles in analytical chemistry or microbiology transition well, and completing a food safety certification through the Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance adds a concrete credential that resonates with hiring managers across the state.
Where can I find and apply to food scientist jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to food scientist jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings for roles that match your background, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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