Senior Scientist I, Coffee Processing

We’re seeking a hands-on Senior Scientist to join our Coffee R&D team to focus on liquid extraction science, pilot-scale experiment design, and process optimization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Food Engineering, or closely related discipline.
• 2–5 years’ experience in a food/beverage R&D, process development, or pilot plant environment.
• Hands-on experience designing and executing bench or pilot experiments; familiarity with DOE and basic statistical analysis.
• Practical knowledge of coffee extraction fundamentals or strong demonstrated interest in these topics and rapid learning aptitude.
• Strong laboratory skills: sample handling, accurate record keeping, and basic analytical measures (pH, refractometry/TDS, density/flow rates, viscosity where relevant).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; proven ability to summarize experimental results and recommend next steps.

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
• 120 hours of paid time off
• 11 holidays
• Paid volunteer time off