1

Process Development Associate Scientist Iv Jobs

Process Development Associate What you will do Let's do this. Let's change the world. In this vital ... High school diploma/GED and 4 years of Scientific experience Preferred Qualifications: * Bachelor ...

... Associate Scientist level, or the equivalent training/experience. Previous experience in product ... design and development following design controls is necessary. Experience with cGMP processes ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

Process Development Associate Scientist Iv information

See salary details

$18

$35

$57

How much do process development associate scientist iv jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for process development associate scientist iv in the United States is $35.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.88 and $40.87 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
Infographic showing various Process Development Associate Scientist Iv job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $74,723 per year, or $35.9 per hour.

Process Development Associate Scientist

Plymouth, MN • On-site

Cargill
Food and Drink Manufacturing • 10K+ employees

$52K - $67K/yr

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Plan, execute, and monitor laboratory and piloting trials, ensuring quality, safety, and timely delivery of results.

  • Maintain laboratory operations by organizing equipment, managing inventory, coordinating testing, and ensuring a safe and efficient environment.

  • Collaborate with research teams, operations, and analytical partners to report trial findings and support process and product innovation.


Cargill rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 225 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Cargill is a family company committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. We sit at the heart of the supply chain, partnering with producers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living. By providing customers with life's essentials, we enable businesses to grow, communities to prosper, and consumers to live well.

This position is in our Food Enterprise where we are committed to serving food manufacturers, food service customers, and retailers with a complete range of innovative ingredients and branded products. Our portfolio includes poultry, beef, egg, alternative protein, salt, oils, starches, sweeteners, cocoa and chocolate.

Job Purpose and Impact

The Associate Process Development Scientist, will manage research and develop excellent criteria as protocols, coordination, timeline respect in lab and trial deliverables and line of site to innovation unit and data. The role is accountable to contribute to the delivery of innovation research and projects and will support researchers with process and product innovation, laboratory operations and commercialization activities including trial execution, protocols and data.


Key Accountabilities
  • Responsible for planning, quality and safety of laboratory and piloting trials and keep an ongoing and active dialogue with researchers, lab and technicians.
  • Maintain labs in a safe, organize and efficient manner (equipment operational, inventory/supplies, coordination of ordering/samples/testing, lab scheduling)
  • Contribute to continuous evaluation and improvement of experimental methodology, daily routines and procedures.
  • Work with scientists and technicians to ensure accurate formulation and ingredient procurement.
  • Responsible for the setup, monitoring, recording and reporting of results of lab and piloting trials with appropriate partners.
  • Liaise with the research team, operations and analytical partners to update on trial findings.
  • Ensure trials comply to the safety program and care policies.
  • Handle basic issues and problems under direct supervision, while escalating more complex issues to appropriate staff.
  • Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience
  • Proficient computer skills
  • Good written and verbal communication skills in local language and English
  • Basic knowledge of lab or manufacturing operations (safety 1st mindset)
  • Ability to prioritize tasks, balance requests and detailed oriented
Preferred Qualifications
  • Knowledge or experience in edible fats & oils processing or formulating
  • Professional certificate in a relevant area such as production Engineering, chemical processing, etc.
  • Passion to bring new ideas forward creating/influencing new processing or IP
  • Analytical Statistic knowledge
  • Experience in running research trials

#LI-DD1

Position Information

Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position.

The expected salary for this position is $52,000 - $67,000. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific location, certifications, education, and level of experience. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. This position is eligible for a discretionary incentive award. The incentive award amount is dependent upon company performance and your personal performance.
At Cargill we put people first. As part of your overall rewards, we offer a comprehensive benefit program including medical and/or other benefits dependent on the position offered and hours worked. Visit: https://www.cargill.com/page/my-health/mh-health-and-wellness to learn more.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet


What Cargill employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom


Cargill logo

About Cargill

Sourced by ZipRecruiter

Cargill was founded in 1865 as a single grain warehouse in Iowa, U.S. Since then, we’ve grown to become a global partner connecting people around the planet. But one thing has remained constant over the years: our purpose of nourishing the world in a safe, responsible and sustainable way. Cargill is committed to conducting business with integrity, operating responsibly, enriching communities and nourishing the world. In the fiscal year 2021, Cargill provided $110.5 million in total charitable contributions in 56 countries to support our communities. Cargill businesses and employee-led groups partner with local civic, nonprofit and non-governmental organizations on programs and projects that improve food security and nutrition; support human rights, equity and inclusion; strengthen farmer livelihoods; and advance our commitments in the areas of land use, water and climate.

Industry

Food and drink manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Minneapolis, MN, US