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Sanitarium is a progressive and dynamic Australianowned company that produces Australias leading breakfast products Up & Go, So Good, Alternative Dairy Co range and WeetBix.About The RoleAs an R&D Scientist, you will develop innovative new products and support existing lines from concept through to factory trials and product launch. You will plan and conduct work with moderate independence, contributing to strategic and tactical innovation projects.Youll collaborate closely with Analytical, Regulatory, Nutrition, Engineering, Procurement, Marketing, and Production teams to ensure product designs meet safety, regulatory, quality, and cost requirements.What Youll Be DoingDeliver innovation and renovation projects on time, within scope and budget.Manage the foodtechnical components of assigned development projects.Prepare and maintain technical specifications and related documentation for finished products and raw materials.Ensure compliance with relevant food standards (e.g., FSANZ), WHS, HACCP, and quality systems.Design, conduct, document, and report on experiments, product trials, and pilotplant runs.Identify opportunities for rawmaterial, process, and product improvement.Provide technical support and troubleshooting to manufacturing sites and partner companies.Support factory trials, including occasional work outside standard hours.What You BringBachelors degree (or higher) in Food Technology or a related scientific discipline.Minimum of 2 years experience in an FMCG environment (food industry preferred).Strong understanding of food regulations, HACCP, WHS, and food safety requirements.Strong analytical, mathematical, and problemsolving skills.Experience using NPD tools, statistical software, and Microsoft Office.A collaborative approach, with excellent communication, documentation, and organisational skills.A cando attitude, creativity, and willingness to work handson in pilotplant or production environments.A current Australian drivers licence (forklift licence desirable).This role requires travel to multiple Sanitarium sites across Australia and NewZealand.All applicants must be able to demonstrate the legal right to work in Australia. #J-18808-Ljbffr