Nutritionist

Balletic Foods is seeking a highly motivated nutritionist 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.

**Qulaifications**

* A self-started 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

* 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 & Human Nutrition, or related field

* At least 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