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Application Scientist II

Hoffman Estates, IL, US  
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ID dell'offerta 6222 Data della pubblicazione 01/10/2026 Categoria Ricerca e sviluppo

Chi siamo? Esperti orientati al cliente. Pensatori imprenditoriali. Collaboratori creativi. Sensient Technologies Corporation ha sede negli Stati Uniti ed è un’azienda leader a livello mondiale nella produzione e commercializzazione di coloranti, aromi ed estratti. I nostri team di Ricerca e Sviluppo plasmano il futuro sviluppando e applicando sistemi specializzati, ingredienti e tecnologie proprietarie che danno vita ai prodotti alimentari, per la cura della persona e farmaceutici dei nostri clienti.

Chi cerchiamo? Pensatori che sanno come ottenere risultati. Ogni giorno il reparto Ricerca e Sviluppo le offrirà una nuova opportunità per mettere a frutto la sua curiosità e le sue conoscenze.

Entri a far parte del nostro team Innovazione e sfrutti le sue capacità di indagine scientifica e tecnologica per sviluppare ingredienti all’avanguardia, e formulazioni e tecnologie rivoluzionarie. Sarà membro di una rete globale di scienziati Sensient che contribuiscono in modo originale allo sviluppo di nuovi prodotti in tutto il mondo.

Si unisca al nostro team Applicazioni e collabori con i nostri clienti nei nostri laboratori e presso le loro strutture per realizzare la loro visione, risolvere le loro sfide e portare sul mercato prodotti innovativi. Lavorerà faccia a faccia con clienti grandi e piccoli, dalle multinazionali con i marchi più noti al mondo alle startup all’avanguardia.

Sia nell’ambito dell’innovazione che in quello delle applicazioni, crescerà sia a livello personale che professionale, svolgendo un’entusiasmante attività internazionale nell’ambito della nostra cultura vincente.

  • Tipo di lavoro: Tempo pieno
  • Livello: Junior, Intermedio, Senior
  • Viaggio: Dipende dal ruolo

profilo di successo

Siamo alla ricerca di membri del team Applicazioni e Innovazione che siano:

  • Orientati ai risultati
  • Spirito collaborativo
  • Abili comunicatori
  • Rigorosi dal punto di vista analitico
  • Orientati ai dettagli
  • Estremamente curiosi

Il tuo percorso

percorso professionale

  • Lab Technician
  • Application Scientist (Multiple Levels)
  • Technical Service Manager (Multiple Levels)
  • Technical Director
  • Senior Technical Director oppure
  • Innovation Intern
  • Innovation Associate (Multiple Levels)
  • Innovation Scientist (Multiple Levels)
  • Innovations Manager

punti culturali

I Sensient Six sono i valori fondamentali che ci guidano nella nostra missione.

  • Spirito imprenditoriale
  • Orientamento al cliente
  • Sviluppo di sé stessi e degli altri
  • Spirito collaborativo
  • Orientamento ai risultati
  • Conoscere il proprio lavoro
Il mio lavoro mi offre l’opportunità unica di sviluppare prodotti che mi appassionano. Far parte di un team internazionale, con accesso a tanto know-how e alle tecnologie più innovative, oltre a vedere la mia soluzione di colorazione sugli scaffali dei supermercati, mi incoraggia ogni giorno a fare del mio meglio e a guidare l’innovazione.
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Application Scientist II

Hoffman Estates, IL, US  
ID dell'offerta 6222 Data della pubblicazione January 8, 2026 Categoria Ricerca e sviluppo

Applications Scientist II

At Sensient Technologies, we are experts in the science, art and innovation of color and flavor. We are market-savvy and visionary. We are problem solvers. And we will be better with you. 

Position Summary

We are looking for an Application Scientist II. If you are energized by the idea of developing delicious, real-world food products and enjoy using creativity to solve formulation challenges, this opportunity may be for you. We’re looking for a collaborative food scientist who enjoys working hands-on in a lab or pilot plant setting and is ready to make a meaningful impact.  This role requires hand-on development in the lab and customer facing presentations for various solutions in applications.  

This role is based on-site in a collaborative lab environment, where cross-functional teamwork and direct interaction with production teams and commercial partners are part of everyday work. Occasional travel may be required for customer visits and plant support.

What you will do

  • Lead hands on bench work and product development activities while managing multiple projects with changing priorities
  • Design and execute experiments using pilot plant and processing equipment while following established procedures and safety standards
  • Identify technical challenges, analyze data, and develop creative solutions that meet customer and business needs
  • Partner cross-functionally with sensory, analytical, quality, regulatory, production, marketing and sales teams to ensure products meet technical and commercial expectations
  • Serve as a technical expert for customers by presenting product concepts, technologies and applications and supporting customer trials and demonstrations
  • Maintain accurate and compliant documentation including formulations, processing instructions, project updates and technical support materials

 What you will bring

  • Master’s degree or BS in Food Science or related technical area required; Master’s Degree preferred.
  • 5+ years of experience in the food industry with a strong background in product development for sauces, dips and dressing. Additional experience in soups, broths, seasonings and batters is a plus.
  • Demonstrated understanding of food ingredients, processing and flavor application with expertise in key industry market products and the ability to accurately formulate finished food products.  
  • Experience and technical understanding of flavors and flavor enhancers.   
  • Excellent organoleptic skills and knowledge of sensory language are required. 
  • Strong presentation and communications skills, with the ability to effectively engage customers and internal stakeholders.
  • Ability to travel up to 30% of the time. 

What you will get

  • The opportunity to work in a hands on laboratory and pilot plant environment where your technical expertise makes a visible impact
  • Regular collaboration with cross functional teams and direct interaction with customers on meaningful development projects
  • Professional growth through mentoring, technical training, customer engagement and industry events
  • A role that blends independent project ownership with team based problem solving
  • Travel opportunities to support customer projects, production trials and industry events, along with an onsite work environment that supports collaboration and innovation

About Sensient

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best-known brands.

About Sensient Flavors: 

Sensient Flavors offers innovative, global taste solutions and specialized flavor delivery systems that help bring life to your food and beverage products. Our leading-edge technologies reflect our core philosophies to be dynamic and innovative and to add value to your applications.

The salary range for this position is $68,000 - $113,000.  Pay within the range is based on several factors, which may include, but are not limited to, education, work experience, specialized training, and labor market conditions.  In addition to salary, Sensient is proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program to support the holistic well-being of our employees and their families.  

THIRD PARTY AGENCY: Any unsolicited submissions received from recruitment agencies will be considered property of Sensient Technologies, and we will not be liable for any fees or obligations related to those submissions. 

Sensient is an Equal Opportunity Employer, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA.

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