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Clorox

Regulatory Affairs Specialist II

Durham, NC

... Government Affairs, and Consumer Affairs. The individual represents PS&RA on project teams with ... Bachelor of Science degree in a relevant technical field (e.g., Food Science, Nutrition, Chemistry ...

COMPASS Pathways

HEOR Science Liaison

Raleigh, NC · On-site +1

Food and Drug Administration (FDA), as well as Innovative Licensing and Access Pathway (ILAP ... Monitor and interpret changes in managed care regulations, government payer policy (CMS, Medicare ...

NCSU

Grant and Budget Specialist

Raleigh, NC

... Department Food,Bioprocess & Nutrition Science About the Department The Department of Food ... government centers, including USDA programs. Home to more than 100 faculty and staff who work with ...

Fujifilm

Senior Software Engineer, RIS

Durham, NC

$118K - $156K/yr

Food and Drug Administration (U.S. FDA) medical device regulatory requirements, applicable ISO ... Qualifications * BS degree or higher in a scientific, engineering, or clinical field, not required ...

Fujifilm

Senior Software Engineer, RIS

Durham, NC · On-site

Food and Drug Administration (U.S. FDA) medical device regulatory requirements, applicable ISO ... Qualifications * BS degree or higher in a scientific, engineering, or clinical field, not required ...

Fujifilm

Senior Software Engineer, RIS

Durham, NC

$118K - $156K/yr

Food and Drug Administration (U.S. FDA) medical device regulatory requirements, applicable ISO ... Qualifications * BS degree or higher in a scientific, engineering, or clinical field, not required ...

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How much do government food science jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for government food science in Raleigh, NC is $21.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $27.60 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Where do government food scientists get paid the most?

Government food scientists tend to earn higher salaries in federal agencies such as the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Department of Agriculture (USDA), especially in senior or specialized roles. Salaries are also higher in regions with a higher cost of living and in positions requiring advanced degrees or certifications like a Certified Food Scientist (CFS).

What careers can you get with a government food science degree?

A government food science degree can lead to careers such as food safety inspector, regulatory affairs specialist, quality assurance manager, or research scientist within government agencies like the USDA or FDA. These roles often require knowledge of food regulations, laboratory skills, and compliance standards, and may involve field inspections, policy development, or scientific research. Certifications in food safety or microbiology can enhance job prospects in this sector.

Which government food science job is best for food technology?

A government food scientist specializing in food technology typically works in roles such as food safety inspector, research scientist, or regulatory analyst. These positions often require knowledge of food processing, quality control, and compliance with safety standards, and may involve working in laboratories or inspection environments. Certifications like HACCP or FDA training can enhance job prospects in this field.
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Technical Information Specialist

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)

Raleigh, NC • On-site

$77K/yr

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Job description

If selected, you will create and manage databases, interfaces, and information systems that connect customers with the information they seek.Qualifications:Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement including time-in-grade restrictions, specialized experience and/or education, as defined below.
TIME-IN-GRADE: Current federal employees applying for a promotion opportunity must meet time-in-grade (TIG) requirement of 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the position being filled.
BASIC REQUIREMENT:
Education: A full 4-year course of study that meets all the requirements for a bachelor's degree with major study in Biological Sciences, Library Sciences, or closely related field.
OR
Experience: Four years of experience that provided a knowledge of the basic principles, theories, practices, techniques, and terminology of a discipline or subject-matter field; an understanding of the standard methods, procedures, and techniques of research and analysis in the subject-matter field; and where appropriate, ability to read and comprehend nontechnical material in one or more foreign languages. Such experience must have been equivalent to that which would have been gained through a 4-year college curriculum.
OR
A combination of education and experience as described above.
In addition to meeting the basic requirement, applicants must demonstrate the below:
FOR THE GS-11 LEVEL: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-9 level) that may have been obtained in the private or public (local, county, state, Federal) sectors which demonstrates:
  • Applying diverse information management methods to biological sciences (including plant, animal, horticulture, ecology, and food science) to evaluate and adapt scientific resources, support specialized information needs, and clearly communicate complex scientific and regulatory material in a professional, easy-to-understand manner.
  • Developing and delivering user-centered information products and services that improve customer engagement with agency resources and build effective partnerships with agency and other federal and non-federal stakeholders to ensure high-quality information access and compliance with USDA policies.
  • Adapting automated information systems and creating new solutions to address complex information organization, access, and disseminate needs; evaluate and refine existing methods to support specialized information requirements within USDA programs
  • Applying practical knowledge of content strategy-including accessibility, security, lifecycle, and governance-and government-wide digital content development standards to complete diverse information management tasks while adhering to USDA policies.
OR 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education or doctoral degree (Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent) related to the position in Biological Sciences, Library Sciences, or closely related field.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience are qualifying for this grade level.
TRANSCRIPTS are required if:
  • This position requires specific coursework or a degree in a specific field to be basically qualified.
  • You are qualifying for the position based on education.
  • You are qualifying for this position based on a combination of experience and education.
  • This education must have been successfully completed and obtained from an accredited school, college, or university.
COMBINATION OF EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE AT THE GS-11 GRADE LEVEL: Applicants may have combinations of successfully completed education and specialized experience to meet total qualification requirements. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify for that grade level.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.Education:Please see above for education qualification requirement information.Employment Type: OTHER

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