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Meat Scientist

Omaha, NE · On-site

$64K - $95K/yr

Reporting to the Research and Development Manager, you will utilize your meat science expertise as ... location and role) and volunteer opportunities Our Company At Conagra Brands, we have a rich ...

Reporting to the Research and Development Manager, you will utilize your meat science expertise as ... location and role) and volunteer opportunities Our Company At Conagra Brands, we have a rich ...

Reporting to the Research and Development Manager, you will utilize your meat science expertise as ... location and role) and volunteer opportunities Our Company At Conagra Brands, we have a rich ...

Associate Meat Scientist

Omaha, NE · On-site

$59K - $79K/yr

Reporting to the Research and Development Manager, you will utilize your meat science expertise as ... location and role) and volunteer opportunities Our Company At Conagra Brands, we have a rich ...

TX · On-site

$50K/yr

... management, meat science, physiology of lactation, poultry science, ruminant nutrition, swine ... Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience ...

NM

$50K/yr

... management, meat science, physiology of lactation, poultry science, ruminant nutrition, swine ... Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience ...

TX

$50K/yr

... management, meat science, physiology of lactation, poultry science, ruminant nutrition, swine ... Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience ...

NM

$50K/yr

... management, meat science, physiology of lactation, poultry science, ruminant nutrition, swine ... Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience ...

NM

$50K/yr

... management, meat science, physiology of lactation, poultry science, ruminant nutrition, swine ... Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience ...

AZ

$50K/yr

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CA

$50K/yr

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TX

$50K/yr

... management, meat science, physiology of lactation, poultry science, ruminant nutrition, swine ... Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience ...

TX · On-site

$50K/yr

... management, meat science, physiology of lactation, poultry science, ruminant nutrition, swine ... Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience ...

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How much do volunteer meat scientist jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for volunteer meat 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 the difference between Volunteer Meat Scientist vs Volunteer Food Safety Specialist?

AspectVolunteer Meat ScientistVolunteer Food Safety Specialist
Required CredentialsBackground in meat science, food science, or related fields; certifications like HACCP beneficialFood safety certifications, public health knowledge, relevant training
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, processing plants, research facilitiesInspection sites, laboratories, regulatory agencies
Employer & Industry UsageMeat processing companies, research institutions, industry associationsGovernment agencies, food industry, public health organizations
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles in meat quality and researchUnderstanding food safety roles and regulations

The Volunteer Meat Scientist focuses on meat quality, research, and processing, often working in labs or processing plants. In contrast, the Volunteer Food Safety Specialist emphasizes ensuring food safety standards and regulations, typically working with government agencies or public health organizations. Both roles require food safety knowledge but serve different aspects of the food industry.

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Infographic showing various Volunteer Meat Scientist job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 64% Full Time, 35% Part Time, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $90,961 per year, or $43.7 per hour.
Meat Scientist

$64K - $95K/yr

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago


Conagra Brands rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 133 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

212th of 434 rated food and drinks producers


Job description

Reporting to the Research and Development Manager, you will utilize your meat science expertise as part of the Refrigerated and Frozen Food Design Team, supporting innovation and margin expansion across brands such as Hebrew National, Odom's Tennessee Pride, Banquet Chicken, Banquet Brown 'N Serve, and frozen dinner protein components.
A Taste of Your Responsibilities
  • Develop new products from concept development through successful commercialization
  • Design and conduct plant trials and support new product start-ups
  • Create and manage product development schedules to meet project timelines
  • Work with pilot plant equipment to support formulation and process development
  • Learn and use the online specification system and workflow processes
  • Design and execute experiments and prepare results for technical review
  • Conceptualize and develop new product prototypes
  • Drive product cuttings, plant trials, and testing activities

Ingredients Required for Your Success
  • Bachelor's degree in Food Science or a related field with coursework in meat science, including muscle biology, conversion of muscle to meat, and meat processing technology with laboratory experience
  • Three or more years of relevant food industry experience
  • Knowledge of food product design, formulation, ingredient functionality and interaction, process design, product scale-up, plant testing, and commercialization
  • Understanding of food industry quality standards, food safety requirements, and United States Department of Agriculture regulations
  • Experience managing and prioritizing multiple projects simultaneously
  • Demonstrated skill communicating effectively and influencing cross-functional partners to accomplish research goals
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office software

Days in office: 4
Relocation assistance is available for this role, if applicable.
Physical Requirements
More information about essential tasks and the facility will be shared during the hiring process. This role may require you to be in our manufacturing facilities. When visiting these sites, the physical requirements below may apply:
You may be required to walk around the facility, climb stairs/ladders, kneel, or perform repetitive tasks that require hand-eye coordination.
You may be required to lift or carry materials that can vary in weight and size.
This is a manufacturing environment with large, moving equipment. Noise levels can be high, and temperatures may vary.
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Compensation
Pay Range:$64,000-$95,000
The annual salary listed above is the expected offering for this position. An employee's actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: location, relevant experience/level and skillset, while balancing internal Conagra employees' equity. Conagra Brands will comply with applicable law regarding minimum salaries for exempt employees.
Our Benefits
We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:
  • Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement
  • Wealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan
  • Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement
  • Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) and volunteer opportunities

Our Company
At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions - within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye®, Slim Jim® and Reddi-Wip®.
Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.
Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.

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About Conagra Brands

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Conagra Brands (NYSE: CAG) is an approximately $11 billion company that combines a rich heritage of making great food with a sharpened focus and entrepreneurial spirit. We're transforming the way we operate to fulfill what consumers and customers want, in a smart, simple way. We're modernizing our iconic food brands, leveraging fresh opportunities and adapting to a changing landscape - all with a culture that's ready to capture growth and drive shareholder value.

Industry

Food services and drinking places

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Chicago, IL, US

Year founded

1919

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