Nutritionist

    Posted: December 20, 2021

    Closing: February 28, 2022

    Balletic Foods is seeking a highly motivated nutritionist to lead research on specialized nutrition solutions. The ideal candidate will be open-minded, detail-oriented, organized & a team player with a passion for solving nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow.

    About Us

    Balletic Foods is a California based company working towards a sustainable food system by combining science and technology to create new sources of animal-free protein. If you are passionate about using biotechnology to build sustainable new sources of animal-free protein, join our team of scientists and entrepreneurs to change the world’s food system.

    **Qulaifications **

    • A self-started with excellent organizational & communication skills
    • Comfortable working in a dynamic and fast paced environment
    • A positive and inclusive team player and have a solution-oriented mindset toward scientific problems
    • Good at taking ownership, prioritize responsibilities, multi-task and remain flexible with changing needs

    **Responsibilities **

    • Lead protein nutrition research to generate specialized nutrition solutions 
    • Work on the analysis, development, and optimization of science-based protein solutions for sport nutrition, muscle health, and other fields
    • Work independently and within cross-functional teams on research
    • Cross-functional collaboration to increase innovation with scientists focusing on ingredients, flavor, processing, nutrition, sensory, and applications, as well as regulatory, marketing, and commercial teams
    • Develop educational materials on nutrition and proteins

    Requirements

    • Ph.D. in Nutritional Sciences, Food Science & Human Nutrition, or related field 
    • At least 3+ years of protein research experience 
    • Solid understanding of the use of proteins in nutritional foods, beverages, and supplements
    • Expertise in protein biochemistry and its impact on health outcomes
    • Excellent written and verbal communication, and good partnership management and interpersonal skills
    • Understanding of protein biochemistry, protein nutrition, and the regulatory landscape for applied food science
    • Experience with nutritional research methodologies and clinical research and nutrition regulations is a plus

    How to apply

    If you are interested in this position, please contact [careers@balleticfoods.com]

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