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Guida's Dairy

Principal Scientist

Springfield, MO · On-site

Research dairy science, food science and equipment for the purpose of innovating new technologies and the development of intellectual property (IP) for DFA * Develop new wet and dry dairy systems ...

NutriQuest

Dairy Consulting Nutritionist

IA · Remote

Bachelor's degree in Animal Science, Dairy Science, or related field, Advanced Degree in Nutrition preferred * Minimum of three (3) years in dairy nutrition consulting, feed formulation, or related ...

Byrne Dairy

Senior Scientist R&D

East Syracuse, NY

$88K/yr

Senior Scientist R&D Why Byrne At Byrne, we foster a culture built on teamwork, excellence, and ... Lead the ideation, development, and scale-up of aseptic dairy beverage products from concept ...

Virginia Tech

Dairy Technician

Blacksburg, VA

Agriculture & Life Sciences Department: Dairy Farm Location: Blacksburg, Virginia Categories: Agriculture / Life Science This position is for a milk parlor operator. Duties are to assist in the ...

Byrne Dairy

Senior Scientist R&D

East Syracuse, NY · On-site

$88K/yr

Senior Scientist R&D Why Byrne At Byrne, we foster a culture built on teamwork, excellence, and ... Lead the ideation, development, and scale-up of aseptic dairy beverage products from concept ...

Agropur Cooperative

Global Scientist

Eden Prairie, MN

$153K - $192K/yr

Working at Agropur means contributing to stronger communities through dairy products. An ... Serve as the organization's leading dairy science expert and strategic advisor. * Drive innovation ...

Agropur

Global Scientist

Eden Prairie, MN · On-site

$153K - $192K/yr

Working at Agropur means contributing to stronger communities through dairy products. An ... Serve as the organization's leading dairy science expert and strategic advisor. * Drive innovation ...

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As of Jul 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for dairy scientist in the United States is $90,961.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $68,000.00 and $100,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Dairy Scientist job?

A Dairy Scientist researches and improves dairy production, focusing on animal health, milk quality, and farm efficiency. They analyze nutrition, genetics, and management practices to enhance dairy herd performance. Their work may involve laboratory research, on-farm trials, and collaboration with veterinarians, nutritionists, and farmers. Dairy Scientists also study sustainable farming techniques to ensure environmental responsibility while maximizing productivity.

What are some typical projects or research areas a Dairy Scientist might focus on during their career?

Dairy Scientists often work on projects aimed at improving milk production efficiency, enhancing animal health and welfare, developing new dairy products, or advancing sustainable farming practices. You may conduct both laboratory and field research to analyze nutrition, genetics, or the impact of environmental factors on dairy herds. Collaboration is common with veterinarians, nutritionists, quality assurance teams, and farm managers. This role offers opportunities to specialize in areas such as reproductive physiology, milk quality analysis, or dairy processing technology, providing a diverse and dynamic career path.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Dairy Scientist position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Dairy Scientist, you need a solid background in animal science, biology, or agricultural science, typically supported by a relevant bachelor's or advanced degree. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, data analysis software, and industry certifications such as HACCP or SQF is valuable. Strong analytical thinking, effective communication, and problem-solving skills distinguish top performers in this field. These skills ensure accurate research, efficient dairy production processes, and effective collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.

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Dairy Scientist - Technical Service - Key and National Accounts

Dairy Scientist - Technical Service - Key and National Accounts

Ingredion Incorporated

Englewood, CO • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

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Ingredion rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 32 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

96th of 433 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

About Ingredion:
Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you've experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet's food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you're just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.
Location: Englewood, CO
Workplace type: Hybrid- 4 days/week on-site & 1 day/week remote
Ingredion is seeking a Dairy Food Scientist to lead technical support for global and regional customers across diverse food and beverage applications. The candidate will provide formulation expertise primarily in fermented dairy and alternative dairy applications for large global accounts. They will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to showcase innovative ingredient solutions, manage technical projects, and build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and key customer decision-makers.
The role reports to the Senior Manager, Key Accounts and Category Technical Service Manager, T&HS, US/CAN
What you will do:
  • Lead technical execution for key accounts, supporting account plans and delivering on strategic roadmaps.
  • Engage directly with customers to co-create food concepts and present solutions at meetings and trade shows.
  • Support customer, sales, and marketing initiatives with technical leadership and category expertise.
  • Drive category growth as a peer leader in the Category Expertise Team (CET), developing and executing strategic initiatives.
  • Manage multiple complex projects using strong project management skills to meet shifting business priorities.
  • Introduce innovative technologies and solutions through collaboration with internal teams and customers.
  • Design, supervise, and analyze experiments to solve formulation challenges and generate actionable insights.
  • Deepen understanding of ingredient functionality across applications and mentor others in its use.
  • Monitor market trends to inform technical strategies.
  • Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders and communicate effectively across teams.

What you will bring:
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in food science, Chemistry or related scientific field (e.g. Food Technology, Food Engineering, Chemical Engineering) with 5+ years of product development and Technical Service experience preferably in dairy and alternative dairy.
  • Knowledge of common food processes, food ingredient functionality and ingredient interactions such as starches, sweeteners, hydrocolloids, fats, proteins etc., is a plus. Ability to formulate products across a range of food categories
  • Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills required for formulation development, optimization, and troubleshooting
  • Previous laboratory pilot plant & bench top experience in a research food laboratory/product development environment.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated ability to write comprehensive technical reports and deliver technical presentations
  • Ability to work independently and supervise direct reports-Remove
  • Excellent planning and organizational skills.
  • Ability to lead and work with cross-functional teams.
  • Ability to travel up to 30% primarly local travel.

Who you are:
  • Technical Service lead and Subject Matter Expert for assigned category
  • Responsive to customer needs and proactively seeks external knowledge to improve own understanding and work output.
  • A collaborator who builds strong relationships with key Internal & External stakeholder

Why Join Ingredion?
Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:
  • Total Rewards Package - Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success
  • Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support - Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being
  • Career Growth - Learning, training, and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement
  • Employee Recognition Program - A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally
  • Employee Discount Program - Provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability-mental or physical-marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law ("protected classifications"). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.
Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.
Ingredion uses AI-enabled tools to support parts of the recruitment process, including resume screening and interview scheduling. These tools help match candidate skills to job requirements and streamline communication. All AI-assisted decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws. By applying, you acknowledge that AI may be used to support your application journey.
Relocation Available:
Yes, Within Country
Pay Range:
$84,400.00-$112,533.33 Annual
This pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).
Incentive Compensation:
As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Ingredion Annual Incentive Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus.
Benefits:
Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with an competitive company match.

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