Research & Development Scientist I/II
ChobaniTwin Falls, Idaho, United States
Posted February 13, 2026
68000 - 103000 USD
About the Company
Chobani is a food maker with a mission of making high-quality and nutritious food accessible to more people, while elevating our communities and making the world a healthier place.
Job Description
Our Research and Development department is at the forefront of product development and innovation. We are looking for a candidate with a strong food science foundation, and a demonstrated expertise in product innovation, to help Chobani advance its’ mission of making healthy and delicious plant-based foods.
Requirements
- Implement research and development plans and strategies for product development in support of company objectives
- Design and conduct experiments based on project objectives, excellent record keeping, data collection and analysis and preparing project summaries
- Plan and carry out development work in lab and pilot scale; design, develop, and lead tests to qualify new products and to support changes to existing products
- Conduct analytical measurements like, pH, viscosity, density, able to design and conduct shelf-life studies, brix, total solids etc.
- Coordinate technical development projects focusing on product development, process, and product care to help Chobani improve and launch more innovative food and beverage products
- Lead and document development projects all the way from conceptualization to commercialization – this includes budget and target within certain time constraints
- Communicate project requirements and recommendations as well as status to internal customers and external partners
- Lead, assist, and work directly with plant processing and production personnel to ensure trial runs and start-up operations are properly performed
- Follow Chobani’s safety procedures and Good Manufacturing procedures and practices
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision coverage
- Disability insurance
- Health savings account
- Flexible spending accounts
- Tuition reimbursement
- 401k match of 100% on up to 5% of eligible pay
- Fertility and childcare assistance
- 12 weeks of parental leave at full pay after six months of continuous employment
- Employee assistance program
- Fitness discounts
- Wellness reimbursement
- On-site gym access (certain locations)
- Monthly wellness newsletter