Protein Senior Scientist Beverage and Food

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Job Title: Protein Senior Scientist Beverage and Food
Location: Tokyo, International/Other

Company: Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM)
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Job Type: Full Time

Job Description: Job Description

The Role

The Protein Senior Scientist is responsible for driving innovation and technical excellence in the use of protein ingredients (plant-based, dairy, or alternative proteins) in beverage and food applications. This role drives formulation excellence and collaborates cross-functionally with R&D, marketing, sales, and customers to develop consumer-relevant, protein-enhanced products that deliver on taste, nutrition, and functionality. The position also includes leadership responsibilities, managing one direct report to support project execution and technical development.

Your Responsibilities

Develop and optimize protein-based formulations for beverages and food applications (e.g., protein bars, dairy alternatives, confectionery, savory etc.).
Conduct bench-top prototypes development, pilot plant trials, and support scale-up for commercialization.
Evaluate the functional, sensory, and nutritional performance of proteins in target applications.
Collaborate with customers to provide technical support, troubleshoot formulation challenges, and co-create solutions.
Stay current with scientific and market trends in protein innovation, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies.
Work with suppliers and procurement to evaluate new protein sources or grades.
Create and maintain application data, technical documentation, and formulation databases.
Partner with marketing and commercial teams to provide technical insights and training.
Supervise and mentor team member, guiding technical development and ensuring alignment with project goals.

Your Profile

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, Nutrition, or related field.
Minimum 5 - 7 years of experience in protein application development, preferably in beverage and/or food categories.
Strong understanding of protein chemistry, functionality, interactions, and processing.
Hands-on experience in formulating with plant and/or dairy proteins in complex food systems.
Familiarity with food regulations, labelling, and nutritional targets.
Experience with high-protein RTD beverages, yogurts, nutrition bars, or dairy alternatives.
Strong project management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, comfortable working across functions and cultures.
Analytical mindset with curiosity for innovation and consumer trends.
Positive, adaptable mindset with the ability to navigate challenges and find solutions.

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Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM's efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments - environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | ADM.

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Job Post Date: 07/01/25