Balletic Foods is seeking a highly motivated protein nutrition scientist to lead research on specialized nutrition solutions. The ideal candidate will be open-minded, detail-oriented, organized & a team player with a passion for solving nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow.

**You are**

- A self-starter with excellent organizational & communication skills

- Comfortable working in a dynamic and fast paced environment

- A positive and inclusive team player and have a solution-oriented mindset toward scientific problems

- Good at taking ownership, prioritize responsibilities, multi-task and remain flexible with changing needs

**Responsibilities**

- Lead protein nutrition research to generate specialized nutrition solutions

- Work on the analysis, development, and optimization of science-based protein solutions for sport nutrition, muscle health, and other fields

- Lead external research collaborations for protein pipeline innovation and growth - Work independently and within cross-functional teams on research

- Cross-functional collaboration to increase innovation with scientists focusing on ingredients, flavor, processing, nutrition, sensory, and applications, as well as regulatory, marketing, and commercial teams

- Develop educational materials on nutrition and proteins

**Requirements**

- Ph.D. in Nutritional Sciences, Food Science, or Human Nutrition; or 3+ years of protein research experience

- Solid understanding of the use of proteins in nutritional foods, beverages, and supplements

- Expertise in protein biochemistry and its impact on health outcomes

- Excellent written and verbal communication, and good partnership management and interpersonal skills

- Understanding of protein biochemistry, protein nutrition, and the regulatory landscape for applied food science

- Experience with nutritional research methodologies and clinical research and nutrition regulations is a plus

Location Davis , CA

United States