Scientist - Analytical Science

Job Description:

The Global Analytical Science function is an internal service that supports operationalizing Mars Snacking R&D growth programs. The Analytical Scientist will provide experienced analytical and technical support of R&D programs that enable quality growth, value leadership, and sustainability by developing new methods and partnering to understand and characterize new ingredients and process technologies including in fermentation, alternative proteins, carbohydrates, bio-actives, colors, and upcycled ingredients. This role will collaborate with cross-functional technical partners across R&D, Quality & Food Safety, Supply, Commercial, Finance, Legal, and Scientific and Regulatory Affairs functions.

What are we looking for?

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in Chemistry, Biochemistry or related discipline
• 3+ years' experience working in an analytical laboratory.
• Experience with executing operational responsibilities of a laboratory
• Proficient in performing analytical method protocols while working in compliance to quality standards and HSE protocols.
• Previous experience effectively executing multiple projects including continuous improvement projects
• Proven leader to peers

Preferred Qualifications

• MS in Analytical Chemistry or related discipline
• 5+ years' experience in Analytical Sciences field
• Food, beverage, and/or confections industry experience
• Experience with imaging science, including optical microscopy, x-ray tomography (XRT) and/or scanning electron microscopy (SEM)
• Experience with material and physical characterization methods, including rheology, texture, particle size, x-ray diffraction (XRD), and/or differential scanning calorimetry (DSC)

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Expert in one or more Analytical capability areas and responsible for upskilling others to increase capabilities. Possesses sufficient competency to serve as a mentor in functional area of expertise. Provides technical leadership for method transfers and method development as needed.
• Responsible for on time and in full delivery of Analytical function responsibilities as set by the Analytical Science Manager. This includes laboratory operational responsibilities such as sample management, performing assigned analytical methods to generate data, preparing insightful reports, supporting preventative maintenance program & lab hygiene protocols, adhering to Quality Management Process (QMP), HSE and Good Lab Practices compliance, supporting audits, and others.
• Collaborates cross-functionally as a technical resource and applies scientific knowledge in analytical chemistry to help identify, manage, and mitigate business risk for products and processes
• May be called upon to own continuous improvement initiatives as it relates to Analytical Science operations, QMP audits and compliance, and capability building.
• Serve as Alignment partner with internal clients as a gateway to intake info and land right fit Analytical service need.
• Provide project leadership and hold accountability for initiative deliverables as assigned by manager, including improvement projects using data science capabilities, QMP gap closing work scopes, external capability scouting, and others.
• Promotes teamwork and coaches others
• Keeps the laboratory organized, clean, and safe to ensure an efficient work environment. This includes tasks such as ordering supplies, keeping track of orders in progress, identifying and communicating with potential suppliers, creating instrument and safety related documents, and conducting necessary commissioning, decommissioning and maintenance activities.
• Provide thought leadership in co-creating, refreshing, and executing mission, vision, and strategy for Analytical Science function in partnership with the Analytical Science Manager.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

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Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.